Northern Ireland Case Commentaries

Extension of Time for Appeals under the Criminal Appeal (NI) Act 1980: Brownlee v. R

Date: Jun 12, 2015

Extension of Time for Appeals under the Criminal Appeal (NI) Act 1980: Brownlee v. R Introduction Brownlee v. R (Rev 1) ([2015] NICA 39) is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Court of Appeal in...

Enhanced Sentencing Standards in R v Somers: Strengthening Deterrence Against Violent Offenses

Date: Apr 18, 2015

Enhanced Sentencing Standards in R v Somers: Strengthening Deterrence Against Violent Offenses Introduction The case of Somers & Anor, R v ([2015] NICA 17) serves as a pivotal judicial decision by...

Welfare Paramount in Parental Relocation: Comprehensive Commentary on E v. L [2015] NIFam 3

Date: Apr 2, 2015

Welfare Paramount in Parental Relocation: Comprehensive Commentary on E v. L [2015] NIFam 3 Introduction The case of E v. L [2015] NIFam 3 addresses the complex issue of parental relocation following...

Establishing Sentencing Benchmarks for Sexual Offences Involving Minors: Commentary on McCormick, R v ([2015] NICA 14)

Date: Mar 26, 2015

Establishing Sentencing Benchmarks for Sexual Offences Involving Minors Commentary on McCormick, R v ([2015] NICA 14) Introduction The case of McCormick, R v ([2015] NICA 14) deals with the...

Affirmation of Indeterminate Custodial Sentences for Terrorism Risks: Kelly v R [2015] NICA 29

Date: Feb 21, 2015

Affirmation of Indeterminate Custodial Sentences for Terrorism Risks: Kelly v R [2015] NICA 29 Introduction Kelly v R [2015] NICA 29 is a significant appellate case adjudicated by the Court of Appeal...

Ensuring Proportionality and Avoiding Oppression in Sexual Offences Prevention Orders: Simpson v R [2014] NICA 83

Date: Dec 19, 2014

Ensuring Proportionality and Avoiding Oppression in Sexual Offences Prevention Orders: Simpson v R [2014] NICA 83 Introduction The case of Simpson v R [2014] NICA 83 addresses the complexities...

Protective Awards for Failure to Conduct Collective Consultation in Redundancy: McGilligan v. KPL Contracts Ltd

Date: Dec 12, 2014

Protective Awards for Failure to Conduct Collective Consultation in Redundancy: McGilligan v. KPL Contracts Ltd Introduction The case of McGilligan v. KPL Contracts Ltd (In Administration) ([2014]...

Protective Awards Scope Extended to Individual Complainants: Glendinning v. Mivan

Date: Dec 11, 2014

Protective Awards Scope Extended to Individual Complainants: Glendinning v. Mivan Introduction Glendinning v. Mivan (No 1) Ltd (In Administration) is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Industrial...

Jordan v PSNI [2014] NICA 76: Landmark Ruling on Disclosure and Legitimate Expectations in Judicial Inquests

Date: Nov 18, 2014

Jordan v PSNI [2014] NICA 76: Landmark Ruling on Disclosure and Legitimate Expectations in Judicial Inquests Introduction In the landmark case of Jordan v PSNI [2014] NICA 76, the Court of Appeal in...

Enhanced Compensation Guidelines in Unfair Dismissal: Insights from Murdock v. Nortel Networks UK Ltd

Date: Oct 24, 2014

Enhanced Compensation Guidelines in Unfair Dismissal: Insights from Murdock v. Nortel Networks UK Ltd Introduction The case of Murdock v. Nortel Networks UK Ltd ([2014] NIIT 6614_09IT) was...

Refinement of Sentencing Guidelines in Terrorist-Related Murders of Police Officers Involving Young Offenders: Wootton & Anor, R v [2014] NICA 69

Date: Oct 15, 2014

Refinement of Sentencing Guidelines in Terrorist-Related Murders of Police Officers Involving Young Offenders: Wootton & Anor, R v [2014] NICA 69 Introduction The case of Wootton & Anor, R v [2014]...

Uniformity in Sentencing: The Precedence Set by McCaughey & Anor, R v ([2014] NICA 61)

Date: Sep 13, 2014

Uniformity in Sentencing: The Precedence Set by McCaughey & Anor, R v ([2014] NICA 61) Introduction The case of McCaughey & Anor, R v ([2014] NICA 61) serves as a pivotal point in Northern Ireland's...

R v. Paul Duncan Pollins [2014] NICA 62: Balanced Approach to Indeterminate vs. Extended Custodial Sentences under the 2008 Order

Date: Sep 13, 2014

R v. Paul Duncan Pollins [2014] NICA 62: Balanced Approach to Indeterminate vs. Extended Custodial Sentences under the 2008 Order Introduction R v. Paul Duncan Pollins ([2014] NICA 62) is a...

Protecting Informant Confidentiality: AB v. Sunday Newspapers [2014] NICA 58

Date: Sep 10, 2014

Protecting Informant Confidentiality: AB v. Sunday Newspapers [2014] NICA 58 Introduction The case of AB v. Sunday Newspapers (t/a The Sunday World) ([2014] NICA 58) was adjudicated by the Court of...

Young v. Hamilton & Ors [2014]: Refining Misrepresentation and Solicitor Duties in Property Transactions

Date: Jul 1, 2014

Young v. Hamilton & Ors [2014]: Refining Misrepresentation and Solicitor Duties in Property Transactions Introduction Young v. Hamilton & Ors ([2014] NICA 48) is a landmark case adjudicated by the...

Re Judicial Review: Establishing Constraints on the Royal Prerogative of Mercy in Sectarian Offences

Date: Jun 19, 2014

Re Judicial Review: Establishing Constraints on the Royal Prerogative of Mercy in Sectarian Offences Introduction The case of Rodger, Re Judicial Review ([2014] NIQB 79) presents a significant...

Reaffirming the Reliability of Circumstantial Evidence and Identification in Non-Jury Appeals: McConville & Anor v R [2014] NICA 41

Date: May 30, 2014

Reaffirming the Reliability of Circumstantial Evidence and Identification in Non-Jury Appeals: McConville & Anor v R [2014] NICA 41 Introduction The case of McConville & Anor v R ([2014] NICA 41)...

Delayed Inquests and ECHR Article 2: Comprehensive Legal Commentary on Jordan & Ors v Judicial Review [2014] NIQB 71

Date: May 21, 2014

Delayed Inquests and ECHR Article 2: Comprehensive Legal Commentary on Jordan & Ors v Judicial Review [2014] NIQB 71 1. Introduction The case of Jordan & Ors v Judicial Review [2014] NIQB 71...

Expanding Police Duty of Care: Insights from C (A Person Under a Disability) v PSNI [2014]

Date: May 8, 2014

Expanding Police Duty of Care: Insights from C (A Person Under a Disability) v PSNI [2014] Introduction The case of C (A Person Under a Disability) v Police Service of Northern Ireland [2014] NIQB 63...

Strict Time Limits in Judicial Review: Insights from Turkington v PONI [2014] NIQB 58

Date: May 7, 2014

Strict Time Limits in Judicial Review: Insights from Turkington v PONI [2014] NIQB 58 Introduction The case of Turkington v Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland (PONI) [2014] NIQB 58 addresses the...