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Bevan Brittan expands living sector team

Bevan Brittan has appointed Daniel Halstead as a specialist real estate partner to strengthen its UK living sector presence

High Court Clarifies Time Limits for Low-Value Shoplifting in Jobson v DPP

In Jobson v DPP [2025] EWHC 1385 (Admin), the High Court confirmed that low-value shoplifting offences remain indictable—and thus exempt from summary time limits—until a court determines otherwise, reinforcing precedent and statutory interpretation under the Magistrates’ Courts Act 1980

Tribunal Clarifies Limits of Data Rights Appeals in Panossian v Information Commissioner Decision

The First-tier Tribunal's ruling in Panossian v Information Commissioner underscores the narrow scope of appeals under the Data Protection Act 2018, reaffirming that procedural fairness—not substantive complaint outcomes—is the Tribunal’s primary concern

Blackfords LLP promotes Lucinda Shand to partner

Blackfords LLP has promoted Lucinda Shand to Partner and Head of the Criminal Defence Team

Court of Appeal Clarifies Trustee Remuneration and Cost Recovery in Landmark Bankruptcy Case

The Court of Appeal's ruling in Servis-Terminal LLC v Drelle reaffirms relief for wrongly bankrupt individuals and clarifies key issues around trustee costs, insolvency proceedings, and fund allocation

Parole Board review enhances transparency efforts

The Parole Board has published key findings from a review aimed at improving transparency and accountability in its processes

High Court Greenlights Creditor Meeting in HSE Finance Restructuring Scheme

The High Court approved a creditor meeting for HSE Finance’s proposed Part 26 scheme, paving the way for a major cross-border debt restructuring amid ongoing financial distress.

High Court Affirms Strength of Arbitration Clauses in JP Morgan v VTB: A Landmark Anti-Suit Injunction Ruling

The High Court upheld anti-suit injunctions against VTB Bank, reinforcing the enforceability of English-law arbitration clauses in international finance amid geopolitical sanctions.