Day: 5 December 2016

The judges protect us. It’s time to stand up for them – The Guardian

Posted December 5th, 2016 in brexit, constitutional law, EC law, judiciary, news, parliament, prerogative powers, referendums, Supreme Court, treaties by sally

‘Brexiteers and their media allies have declared war on our judiciary. On behalf of the people, the supreme court must push back.’

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The Guardian, 5th December 2016

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Blow to basement-builders as judge rules specific planning permission is needed – Daily Telegraph

Posted December 5th, 2016 in building law, news, planning by sally

‘Homeowners who want to expand their basements may now be forced to seek specific planning permission after a High Court ruling.’

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Daily Telegraph, 2nd December 2016

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Dangerous drivers who kill could face life in prison – BBC News

Posted December 5th, 2016 in dangerous driving, homicide, news, sentencing by sally

‘Drivers who cause death by dangerous or careless driving could get life in prison under new government proposals.’

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BBC News, 4th December 2016

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Senior judges prepare to hear Brexit supreme court appeal – The Guardian

Posted December 5th, 2016 in brexit, EC law, news, parliament, prerogative powers, referendums, Supreme Court, treaties by sally

‘All 11 of the UK’s most senior judges will take their seats on the supreme court bench on Monday to decide whether parliament or the government has the authority to trigger Brexit.’

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The Guardian, 5th December 2016

Source: www.guardian.co.uk