UK Public Law Blog

The UK Public Law Blog is an independently run blog aimed at discussing issues in UK public and constitutional law, using simple and accessible language.

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@kiespoors writes an excellent piece on the #Colston4 Attorney General’s reference. Read below!

https://t.co/1HyvW7jPKW

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Chief Editor @max_mcgiffen has written a post on whether English law can regulate the metaverse. Read below!

https://t.co/VWCK4aBlzb

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@AlexiNorris has written a case comment on Good Law Project v SSBES, check it out!

https://t.co/kLs7vuNgxx

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@AlexiNorris, Assistant Editor of the Blog, considers when the Court of Protection will allow for the vaccination of those who lack capacity. This article has been kindly edited by @annadannreuther of @FieldCtChambers.

https://t.co/FW0K5vQF6r

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The Blog welcomes @kiespoors's comment on DPP v Ziegler [2021]. Ziegler is of relevance following the 'Kill the Bill' protests against the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill 2021, which purports to restrict the right to protest severely.

https://t.co/wcvqMzfMGF

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Should the Supreme Court be able to overrule itself? The latest guest blog post by Jack Hollingworth provides a case comment on Attorney General v Crosland [2021], which deals with this issue. A must read for anyone interested in constitutional law!

https://t.co/9nrRORN8z3

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For the second part of our series on Uber and UTAG v TfL, @AlexiNorris, Assistant Editor and Paralegal at @ColeKhan_Law has interviewed Jason @galbraithmarten QC of @CloistersLaw on his work.

This is not one to miss!

https://t.co/422516Qmjo

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@AlexiNorris, Assistant Editor, has interviewed @CTFStreeten of @FTB_law on his recent work in Uber and UTAG v TfL [2021].

The High Court has determined that Uber and Free Now’s business model, of acting as an agent for its drivers is unlawful.

https://t.co/0TXxLR8Rzv

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The Blog is pleased to welcome @moira_robin of Old Square Chambers' comment on R(Elan-Cane) v SSHD [2021].

This is the Blog's first comment from a practising barrister so we are particularly grateful to @moira_robin for her time!

https://t.co/TjIjn93eQd

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The UK Public Law Blog is looking for an Outreach Co-Ordinator to join our team!

This role involves:
- contacting university law societies to get UK Public Law Blog on mailing lists;
-contacting barristers or other students for content pitches.

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@AlexiNorris, Paralegal at @ColeKhan_Law , comments on the Supreme Court's decision in Kostal UK Ltd v Dunkley & Ors [2021], which confirms that employers cannot circumvent ongoing collective bargaining from unions.

https://t.co/pKZPbbvXyn

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The latest blog post, from @max_mcgiffen, argues the Supreme Court's decision in Lloyd v Google [2021] is a sign that 'big tech' companies have become too powerful.

https://t.co/wvSuUkxsca

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Pleased to announce the UK Public Law Blog is now welcoming submissions!

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I’ve written an article for @computersandlaw on El Salvador’s Bitcoin Law. If you’re into crypto or fintech regulation, check it out!

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Returning for his second post on the blog, @kiespoors has written a case note on the EAT's decision in Forstater [2021]. A great read if you're interested in employment law, LGBT rights and gender rights. Link below!

https://t.co/fwSyyEx9Be

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Another day, another guest post! This week, Phyllida Spackman writes on Government planning policy and shock by-election losses. Politics and planning nerds alike, please check it out!

https://t.co/tFxFfytOJF

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This week's guest post is by @kiespoors, and deals with R(Good Law Project), an important case on bias in government awarded contracts. Link below!

https://t.co/UNSyEmrRXe

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Excited to announce the first guest post on UK Public Law Blog - a welcome change from my usual ramblings! @AlexiNorris and Lavanya Sridhar kick this off with a wonderful commentary on the Heathrow third runway case - check it out!

https://t.co/L5s5RJQUwm

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I'm pleased to announce the launch of the UK Public Law Blog with a comment on the recent Overseas Operations Bill!

https://t.co/ApvKBKM2tn