Public Law

Articles

9 Sept 2014

High Court rules Ashya King to be freed from legal controls

Trust, communication and respect for individual beliefs by authorities are essential in similar cases, says legal expert

26 Aug 2014

Ministry of Justice fined for data breaches

Encryption blunder costs government department after two high-profile failures by prison staff

29 Jul 2014

Arsenal seek High Court review on the number of summer concerts at Emirates Stadium

Islington council and planning inspector argue that there was no error in decision making process and the correct approach was followed

15 Jul 2014

Environmental law update

Dr Paul Stookes discusses why environmental impact assessments would make a positive difference in the land-use planning permission process

7 Jul 2014

Confidential financial information and public disclosure

Jeremy Pike discusses an important decision on freedom of information that will leave councils and individuals alike scratching their heads

17 Jun 2014

Loud and clear: amplified reasons in public law

Leo Charalambides says that the elucidation of decisions can be key in defending claims made against public bodies

10 Jun 2014

Primary obligation: contracts first, damages second

James Harrison considers a recent Court of Appeal decision which ruled a victory for equity over contract when seeking interim injunctions

10 Jun 2014

Local government update

A lack of online activity presents a gaping hole in many authorities' operating capabilities, and lawyers must be watchful of the legal implications, says Peter Hill