United Kingdom Case Commentaries

Differentiating Risks for Ordinary Converts vs. Active Evangelists in Asylum Claims: SZ and JM (Christians, FS confirmed) Iran CG Judgment

Date: Nov 13, 2008

Differentiating Risks for Ordinary Converts vs. Active Evangelists in Asylum Claims: SZ and JM (Christians, FS confirmed) Iran CG Judgment Introduction The case of SZ and JM (Christians, FS...

Proportionality of National Worker Registration Schemes: Insights from Zalewska v. Department for Social Development

Date: Nov 13, 2008

Proportionality of National Worker Registration Schemes: Insights from Zalewska v. Department for Social Development Introduction Zalewska v. Department for Social Development (Northern Ireland)...

Positive Obligations Under Article 3: The Precedent Set by E (a child), Re (Northern Ireland) Case

Date: Nov 13, 2008

Positive Obligations Under Article 3: The Precedent Set by E (a child), Re (Northern Ireland) Introduction The case of E (a child), Re (Northern Ireland) ([2008] UKHL 50) presents a pivotal...

Excessive and Unfair Pricing as Abuse of Dominant Position: Albion Water Ltd v. Water Services Regulation Authority

Date: Nov 8, 2008

Excessive and Unfair Pricing as Abuse of Dominant Position: Albion Water Ltd v. Water Services Regulation Authority Introduction The case of Albion Water Ltd & Anor v. Water Services Regulation...

Minimal Grievance Requirements in Equal Pay Claims: A Comprehensive Analysis of Arnold v. Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Date: Nov 7, 2008

Minimal Grievance Requirements in Equal Pay Claims: A Comprehensive Analysis of Arnold & Others v. Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Introduction The case of Arnold & Others v. Sandwell...

The Civil Standard of Proof in Mauritius Election Petitions: Jugnauth v. Ringadoo

Date: Nov 6, 2008

The Civil Standard of Proof in Mauritius Election Petitions: Jugnauth v. Ringadoo Introduction Jugnauth v. Ringadoo ([2008] UKPC 50) is a landmark case adjudicated by the Privy Council, addressing...

Proper Application of Section 108 Procedures in Immigration Tribunal Hearings: Analysis of BK v DRC

Date: Nov 1, 2008

Proper Application of Section 108 Procedures in Immigration Tribunal Hearings: Analysis of BK v DRC Introduction The case BK (Failed asylum seekers) DRC (Rev 1) CG ([2007] UKAIT 00098) was heard by...

Scottish & Newcastle Plc v. Raguz: Redefining Liability of Former Tenants under the Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995

Date: Oct 30, 2008

Scottish & Newcastle Plc v. Raguz: Redefining Liability of Former Tenants under the Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995 Introduction The case of Scottish & Newcastle Plc v. Raguz ([2008] UKHL...

Fraud and Abuse Principles in Ankara Agreement Applications: Insights from IY (Ankara Agreement – Fraud and Abuse) Turkey ([2008] UKAIT 81)

Date: Oct 29, 2008

Fraud and Abuse Principles in Ankara Agreement Applications: Insights from IY (Ankara Agreement – Fraud and Abuse) Turkey ([2008] UKAIT 81) Introduction The case of IY (Ankara Agreement – Fraud and...

Age Discrimination in Employment: Analysis of West Yorkshire Police & Ors v. Homer

Date: Oct 28, 2008

Age Discrimination in Employment: Analysis of West Yorkshire Police & Ors v. Homer Introduction The case of West Yorkshire Police & Ors v. Homer ([2009] IRLR 262) serves as a significant judicial...

EM v Secretary of State: Establishing the Flagant Denial Test under Articles 8 and 14

Date: Oct 23, 2008

EM v Secretary of State: Establishing the Flagrant Denial Test under Articles 8 and 14 Introduction The case of EM (Lebanon) v Secretary of State For The Home Department ([2008] Fam Law 1190)...

Discrimination Against Homeless Disabled Individuals: Analysis of RJM v. Secretary of State for Work and Pensions

Date: Oct 23, 2008

Discrimination Against Homeless Disabled Individuals: Analysis of RJM v. Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Introduction The case of RJM v. Secretary of State for Work and Pensions ([2009] AC...

Helow v. Secretary of State For The Home Department and Another (Scotland) [2008] 1 WLR 2416: Affirmation of the "Fair-Minded and Informed Observer" Test in Apparent Bias Claims

Date: Oct 23, 2008

Helow v. Secretary of State For The Home Department and Another (Scotland) [2008] 1 WLR 2416 Affirmation of the "Fair-Minded and Informed Observer" Test in Apparent Bias Claims Introduction Helow v....

Limits of Prerogative Power and Legitimate Expectations: Bancoult v Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs

Date: Oct 23, 2008

Limits of Prerogative Power and Legitimate Expectations: Bancoult v Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs Introduction Bancoult v Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth...

Expansion of Cost Recovery under Rule 55: Emerson Electric Co v. Morgan Crucible Company Plc [2008] CAT 28

Date: Oct 18, 2008

Expansion of Cost Recovery under Rule 55 Emerson Electric Co v. Morgan Crucible Company Plc [2008] CAT 28 1. Introduction Emerson Electric Co v. Morgan Crucible Company Plc ([2008] CAT 28) is a...

Abbey National plc & Anor v. Chagger [2008]: Employment Appeal Tribunal Establishes Key Precedents on Redundancy Selection and Race Discrimination

Date: Oct 17, 2008

Abbey National plc & Anor v. Chagger [2008]: Employment Appeal Tribunal Establishes Key Precedents on Redundancy Selection and Race Discrimination Introduction The case of Abbey National plc & Anor...

Crown's Duty of Disclosure under Article 6(1) ECHR in Scottish Criminal Appeals: McDonald v. Her Majesty's Advocate

Date: Oct 17, 2008

Crown's Duty of Disclosure under Article 6(1) ECHR in Scottish Criminal Appeals: McDonald v. Her Majesty's Advocate Introduction The case of McDonald v. Her Majesty's Advocate (2008 SCCR 954)...

Expanding the Scope of Whistleblower Protection: Hibbins v. Hesters Way Neighbourhood Project

Date: Oct 17, 2008

Expanding the Scope of Whistleblower Protection: Hibbins v. Hesters Way Neighbourhood Project Introduction The case of Hibbins v. Hesters Way Neighbourhood Project ([2009] ICR 319) represents a...

Cost Allocation Principles in Competition Appeals: Independent Media Support Ltd v. Office Of Communications

Date: Oct 16, 2008

Cost Allocation Principles in Competition Appeals: Independent Media Support Ltd v. Office Of Communications Introduction The case of Independent Media Support Ltd v. Office Of Communications ([2008]...

Interpretation of Rule 30 Procedure Rules in Deportation Orders: Analysis of MB v DRC [2008] UKAIT 00088

Date: Oct 14, 2008

Interpretation of Rule 30 Procedure Rules in Deportation Orders: Analysis of MB v DRC [2008] UKAIT 00088 Introduction The case of MB (Rule 30 Procedure Rules) DRC ([2008] UKAIT 00088) adjudicated by...