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CMA improves publisher rights in UK

The CMA has introduced a conduct requirement giving publishers more control over their content usage

Consultation launched to end zero hours contracts

A government effort is underway to abolish exploitative zero hours contracts, aiming to provide workers with more security and predictability in their employment

Boosting family legal aid services urgently needed

The Legal Aid Agency is seeking to enhance family legal aid services to improve access for families in need

Gould v Devon County Council: Court of Appeal rejects Care Act challenge to mental health drop-in closures

Care Act target duties were not mandatory relevant considerations for a decision to close non-statutory mental health drop-in services, the Court of Appeal has held.

Huang Binbin v Vale of White Horse: High Court upholds decision not to enforce against former coal yard site

A planning authority's decision not to pursue enforcement action against a mixed-use industrial site was lawful, the Planning Court has ruled.

High Court orders Pogust Goodhead to pay

Pogust Goodhead has been ordered to pay £900,000 after mishandling a class action lawsuit against SALIC

SJ Interview: Paul Marco

Paul Marco, Managing Partner of Trowers & Hamlins, speaks to Solicitors Journal

When the rules can't keep up

From Westminster to the courts, the rules are being written faster than they can settle

Butcher & Barlow expands commercial property team

Butcher & Barlow has appointed Paula Hamer as a Commercial Property Associate to enhance its services

DWF advises Hypax on major acquisition

DWF has successfully assisted Hypax in acquiring Metra Non-Ferrous Metals Ltd. from GRILLO Werke AG