Who is Shamima Begum? Shamima Begum, a 21-year-old British national, has been embroiled in a legal battle ever since her British citizenship was taken away in 2019. She was born in the Bethnal Green neighbourhood of London and left the country at the age of fifteen together with two friends. Together, they planned to… Continue reading Citizenship, Statelessness, and Legal Controversies
Read moreSodium valproate compensation On 7 February 2024, Dr Henrietta Hughes published the Hughes Report, exploring options to redress those victims harmed by the drug sodium valproate. The report brings to the forefront a long battle to compensate victims for serious harms following complications from the drug. What is sodium valproate? Sodium valproate is a drug… Continue reading Victims harmed by the drug Sodium Valproate
Read moreUK Immigration Update from Taylor Hampton Effective January 31, 2024, a new VISA pathway has been established for individuals abandoned by their spouses through transnational marriage abandonment. This initiative aims to support victims seeking entry clearance to the UK, emphasizing the need for detailed evidence. This is to demonstrate abandonment and any related abuse. Applicants… Continue reading Rectifying Transnational Marriage Abandonment
Read moreUpdate considering the interaction of privacy rights and free speech within the digital environment. It has been widely reported that globally recognised pop star, Taylor Swift, has threatened legal action against a University of Central Florida student, named Jack Sweeney. The case has raised questions regarding complex legal issues around privacy, harassment, and free speech… Continue reading Taylor Swift vs. College Student: The Legal Balance of Privacy Rights and Free Speech
Read moreThe UK and EU agree to better manage migration affairs The UK and EU have agreed to cooperate more closely on migration. The British Government signed a deal with Frontex to help police borders. Today, Home Secretary James Cleverly will meet with European Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson to sign the agreement. They will… Continue reading UK Immigration moving on from Brexit
Read moreTaylor Hampton explains Jigsaw Identification in Defamation Matters Background This article discussed Jigsaw Identification in Defamation Matters. Identification is an essential requirement that must be met when bringing a defamation claim in England and Wales. A Claimant must be able to identify themselves as the person defamed. The statement does not have to explicitly name… Continue reading Jigsaw identification highlights the dangers that publications can pose in libel cases.
Read moreOur most recent article explains the UK Tourist Visa for applicants seeking to visit the UK this year. Embarking on an exciting journey into the United Kingdom just got even more appealing. As of January 31, 2024, the UK unveils a series of substantial amendments to its Visitor Visas. Indeed, these broaden the scope of… Continue reading Exploring the Enhanced UK Tourist Visa: What You Need to Know
Read morePrince Harry Phone Hacking: Court Decision Handed Down “Taylor Hampton quoted in the New York Times in the Mirror Group Hacking Judgement handed down by Mr Justice Fancourt”. Taylor Hampton acted in the case Fiona Wightman” in which Prince Harry was also a Claimant. The full article is below: Prince Harry Gets Damages in Hacking… Continue reading Taylor Hampton quoted in the New York Times February 2024
Read moreAn Update for Applicants with Expiring BRP Cards Are you a holder of a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) in the UK? If so, read on for more information pertinent to BRP card expiry. This physical card is a crucial document, confirming your identity, immigration status, and various conditions of your stay. However, changes are underway… Continue reading Navigating Changes: Phasing Out of Biometric Residence Permits
Read moreAnnouncement for Victims Impacted by Sodium Valproate or Epilim 500 Have you been impacted by the epilepsy drug Sodium Valproate or Epilim 500, manufactured by pharmaceutical giant Sanofi? You may be entitled to a financial award of damages and other remedies. You may not have been given the information to enable you to decide whether it was… Continue reading SODIUM VALPROATE VICTIMS
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