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Court of Appeal redraws the limits of fatherhood in parental responsibility ruling

In Re J (Loss of Parental Responsibility), the Court of Appeal clarifies that parental responsibility under the Children Act 1989 is confined to biological fathers, reshaping the legal position of non-biological parents named on birth certificates and raising significant practical implications for family practitioners

Longer prison sentences for security threats

The UK government has introduced new legislation to ensure national security offenders serve longer prison terms and are rigorously monitored

New Costs Lawyer report requirement welcomed

The Association of Costs Lawyers has endorsed a rule mandating that Claims for payment from frozen funds must include a Costs Lawyer report aiding compliance with OFSI's obligations

Community sentences need urgent reform investment

The Magistrates’ Association warns that government justice reforms hinge on meaningful improvements to community sentences

CLLS launches construction law training programme

The City of London Law Society's Foundations programme aims to educate trainees and solicitors in construction law

Reed Smith opens new office in Boston

Reed Smith launches its new office in Boston to bolster its private equity and finance services

Howard Kennedy boosts real estate team

Howard Kennedy has appointed Paul Moran as a Partner, enhancing its Real Estate team and offerings

Car-Wizard v Vixen Surface Treatments: misrepresentation, collateral contracts and a second-hand lathe sold as new

A car wheel repair business succeeds in claims for breach of collateral contract and negligent misrepresentation after acquiring a defective diamond-cutting lathe via hire purchase.