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Legal ruling on Longhedge solar farm

The case of Lynn Ross v Secretary of State scrutinises planning permission issues surrounding the Longhedge Solar Farm with a focus on overplanting implications for renewable energy projects

The hidden epidemic: unreported fraud in the UK

Unreported fraud in the UK is a growing issue, requiring coordinated efforts to improve reporting, prevention, and victim support

Why the post-Brexit UK sanctions regime is facing criticism

Critics argue the sanctions regime undermines due process and transparency in the designation process

Corporate cooperation with the SFO: a qualified guarantee or an unclear gamble?

The SFO’s new guidance on corporate cooperation raises uncertainties about self-reporting and DPA negotiations, with full cooperation often outweighing the initial decision

Court dismisses EE Limited's injunction request

The High Court ruled against EE Limited, clarifying that Avanti Broadband is not obliged to provide services

AI in universities: the fine line between help and misconduct

Sharmistha Michaels examines AI use in academic misconduct, fairness in UK institutions, and student guidance

AI and the energy sector: opportunities, risks and regulation

As AI adoption grows in energy, operational gains come with new regulatory challenges — especially when critical infrastructure and public trust are at stake

A class act: Is England a new battleground in high-value multi-claimant actions?

John Bedford, Evan Flowers, Jaqueline Harrington and Will Sachse explore the rise of multi-claimant litigation, the similarities with US class actions, and how English law continues to evolve in managing complex mass tort and multi-claimant cases