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Stop Portland Waste Incinerator: Court of Appeal clarifies waste planning proximity principle requirements

Court confirms adequate reasons given for waste facility planning decision despite proximity principle concerns

Brace v Torridge District Council: tribunal dismisses dog breeding licence appeal over welfare standards

Appeal dismissed due to insufficient evidence of compliance with minimum animal welfare standards for breeding licence.

Law Society of England and Wales launches EDI strategy

The Law Society has introduced a new equality, diversity and inclusion strategy to create a more inclusive profession for solicitors.

Expanding legal aid in housing and debt

The Legal Aid Agency invites interest from providers for Housing and Debt and Welfare Benefits services across selected areas until June 2028

Court declines relief in Greensill–SoftBank undervalue case

Despite finding a transaction at an undervalue, the High Court refused relief under section 423 Insolvency Act 1986, raising major questions for claimants

Knights strengthens Chelmsford team with specialist

Knights has appointed Sarah-Louise Green as a Residential Property Partner to enhance its Chelmsford presence

Burges Salmon joins Crown Commercial Service

Burges Salmon has been appointed to the Crown Commercial Service's Legal Panel for Government agreement offering extensive legal services to public sector entities

Courts and tribunals holiday opening times

The courts and tribunals in the UK will close temporarily during the Christmas and New Year period this year