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Biddick v Biddick: costs awarded after enforcement of CPR Part 36 settlement

High Court awards costs to defendants following successful application to enforce accepted Part 36 offer.

Reynolds v Abel Estate Agent clarifies early conciliation requirements for tribunal amendments

Court of Appeal confirms section 18A does not apply to applications to amend existing claims

London Borough of Enfield v A clarifies notification duties in out-of-borough placements

Court of Appeal confirms late notification to host authorities doesn't invalidate homelessness accommodation decisions.

Zen Internet v Stobart: procedural fairness and Polkey deductions in capability dismissals

EAT examines procedural requirements for capability dismissals and adequacy of Polkey assessments.

ARC Time v Secretary of State: High Court upholds leasehold reforms against human rights challenge

Divisional Court rejects freeholders' claims that 2024 Act violates property rights

Poundland Limited restructuring plan approved despite landlord opposition

High Court sanctions Part 26A plan for discount retailer following competitive sale process

Save Greater Manchester Green Belt: exceptional circumstances test for Green Belt additions upheld

High Court dismisses challenge to Places for Everyone plan's Green Belt assessment criteria

Chinda v Cardiff & Vale University Health Board: when a change of mind cannot justify Part 36 withdrawal

High Court confirms that claimant vulnerability does not permit withdrawal of accepted Part 36 offer.