periodic-inspection Case Commentaries

ABJ v Rex: Affirming the Compatibility of s.12(1A) Terrorism Act with Article 10 ECHR

Date: Dec 25, 2024

ABJ v Rex: Affirming the Compatibility of s.12(1A) Terrorism Act with Article 10 ECHR Introduction The case of ABJ v Rex ([2024] EWCA Crim 1597) addresses critical issues surrounding the...

Public Policy Interpretation under s.4(3)(j) of the Immigration Act, 2004: Insights from Chain Wen Wei & Anor v The Minister for Justice & Anor

Date: Dec 24, 2024

Public Policy Interpretation under s.4(3)(j) of the Immigration Act, 2004: Insights from Chain Wen Wei & Anor v The Minister for Justice & Anor Introduction In the landmark case of Chain Wen Wei &...

Supreme Court Establishes Narrow Interpretation of "Public Policy" in Immigration Act

Date: Dec 24, 2024

Supreme Court Establishes Narrow Interpretation of "Public Policy" in Immigration Act Introduction The Supreme Court of Ireland delivered a pivotal judgment in the case of Chain Wen Wei & anor v The...

Flexible Application of Schedule 21 in Sentencing Young Offenders: Insights from BGI & Anor, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1591)

Date: Dec 23, 2024

Flexible Application of Schedule 21 in Sentencing Young Offenders: Insights from BGI & Anor, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1591) Introduction The case of BGI & Anor, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1591) presents a...

Affirmation of Rigorous Fact-Finding in Child Protection Cases: Commentary on W, Re (Appeal: Fact-Finding) ([2024] EWCA Civ 1590)

Date: Dec 23, 2024

Affirmation of Rigorous Fact-Finding in Child Protection Cases: Commentary on W, Re (Appeal: Fact-Finding) ([2024] EWCA Civ 1590) Introduction The case of W, Re (Appeal: Fact-Finding) ([2024] EWCA...

Balancing Article 8 ECHR and Immigration Control in Family Reunification: An Analysis of Secretary of State for the Home Department v EK & Ors

Date: Dec 23, 2024

Balancing Article 8 ECHR and Immigration Control in Family Reunification: An Analysis of Secretary of State for the Home Department v EK & Ors Introduction The case of Secretary of State for the Home...

Enforcement of Committal Orders in Child Abduction Cases: Lahmer v Kahia [2024] EWCA Civ 1598

Date: Dec 23, 2024

Enforcement of Committal Orders in Child Abduction Cases: Lahmer v Kahia [2024] EWCA Civ 1598 Introduction The case of Lahmer v Kahia ([2024] EWCA Civ 1598) addresses the intricate issues surrounding...

Kingdom of Spain v Lorenzo: Clarifying the Limits of State Immunity under the Equality Act 2010

Date: Dec 23, 2024

Kingdom of Spain v Lorenzo: Clarifying the Limits of State Immunity under the Equality Act 2010 Introduction The case Kingdom of Spain v Lorenzo ([2024] EWCA Civ 1602) marks a significant development...

Jones v Wrexham County Borough Council & Ors [2024] EWCA Civ 1603: Affirming the Discretionary Power of Local Planning Authorities in Adopting Local Development Plans

Date: Dec 23, 2024

Jones v Wrexham County Borough Council & Ors [2024] EWCA Civ 1603: Affirming the Discretionary Power of Local Planning Authorities in Adopting Local Development Plans Introduction Jones v Wrexham...

Re B (A Child) [2024] EWCA Civ 1595: Establishing the 'Grave Risk' Standard under Article 13(b) of the Hague Child Abduction Convention

Date: Dec 23, 2024

Re B (A Child) [2024] EWCA Civ 1595: Establishing the 'Grave Risk' Standard under Article 13(b) of the Hague Child Abduction Convention Introduction The case of Re B (A Child) [2024] EWCA Civ 1595...

Balancing Family Impact with Public Interest: Immediate Custodial Sentencing for Perverting the Course of Justice in Sexual Offence-Related Cases

Date: Dec 21, 2024

Balancing Family Impact with Public Interest: Immediate Custodial Sentencing for Perverting the Course of Justice in Sexual Offence-Related Cases Introduction The judgment in Fox, R. v ([2024] EWCA...

Causally Unconnected Administrative Action Does Not Entitle Costs in Moot Judicial Review Proceedings

Date: Dec 21, 2024

Causally Unconnected Administrative Action Does Not Entitle Costs in Moot Judicial Review Proceedings 1. Introduction This commentary examines the High Court of Ireland’s decision in Muzaffar & Ors v...

Enhanced Judicial Measures in Contempt of Court: Insights from Wilson's Hospital School v Burke [2024] IEHC 746

Date: Dec 21, 2024

Enhanced Judicial Measures in Contempt of Court: Insights from Wilson's Hospital School v Burke [2024] IEHC 746 Introduction The case of Board of Management of Wilson's Hospital School v Burke [No.1]...

Balancing Family Responsibilities and Public Safety: Insights from Douglas v [2024] EWCA Crim 1632

Date: Dec 21, 2024

Balancing Family Responsibilities and Public Safety: Insights from Douglas v [2024] EWCA Crim 1632 Introduction The case of Douglas, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1632) presents a nuanced examination of the...

Compensation for Culled Poultry Runs from Slaughter, Not Condemnation: Court of Appeal clarifies Animal Health Act 1981 Sch 3 para 5(2) and upholds A1P1 compatibility

Date: Dec 21, 2024

Compensation for Culled Poultry Runs from Slaughter, Not Condemnation: Court of Appeal clarifies Animal Health Act 1981 Sch 3 para 5(2) and upholds A1P1 compatibility Introduction This appeal arises...

Assessment of Additional Fees in Malicious Prosecution: Insights from Ahmad v Lord Advocate

Date: Dec 20, 2024

Assessment of Additional Fees in Malicious Prosecution: Insights from Ahmad v Lord Advocate Introduction The case of Imran Ahmad v The Lord Advocate ([2024] CSOH 110) adjudicated by the Scottish...

Non-Binding Nature of Post-Brexit CJEU Decisions in Competition Law Claims

Date: Dec 20, 2024

Non-Binding Nature of Post-Brexit CJEU Decisions in Competition Law Claims Introduction The case Umbrella Interchange Fee Claimants v Umbrella Interchange Fee Defendants ([2024] EWCA Civ 1559)...

O v P & Anor (2024): Adjourning Best Interests Applications in Transgender Healthcare for Minors Amid Regulatory Shifts

Date: Dec 20, 2024

O v P & Anor (2024): Adjourning Best Interests Applications in Transgender Healthcare for Minors Amid Regulatory Shifts Introduction O v P & Anor (2024) EWCA Civ 1577 is a landmark case adjudicated...

Legal Costs Allocation in Public Interest Litigation: Insights from IBRC Ltd & anor v Fingleton

Date: Dec 20, 2024

Legal Costs Allocation in Public Interest Litigation: Insights from IBRC Ltd & anor v Fingleton Introduction In the landmark case IBRC Ltd & anor v Fingleton (Approved) ([2024] IEHC 712), the High...

R v Linfield: Clarifying Sentencing Guidelines for Sexual Offences Committed by Minors

Date: Dec 20, 2024

R v Linfield: Clarifying Sentencing Guidelines for Sexual Offences Committed by Minors Introduction The case R v Linfield [2024] EWCA Crim 1646 adjudicated by the England and Wales Court of Appeal...