Stoke-on-Trent man who set wife on fire jailed for murder – BBC News
‘A man who set his estranged wife on fire after dousing her with petrol has been jailed for life for her murder.’
BBC News, 1st November 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Category: married persons
Colchester murder: Man convicted of killing wife in kitchen – BBC News
‘A man has been found guilty of murdering his university lecturer wife in what jurors were told was an act of “anger and jealousy”.’
BBC News, 26th October 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
‘Two Ps’ – navigating two sets of best interests – Mental Capacity Law and Policy
‘In HH v Hywel Dda University Health Board & Ors [2023] EWCOP 18, Francis J gave a clear and detailed analysis of how the Court of Protection should proceed in a “two P” situation: i.e a situation where two individuals both appear to lack the capacity to make the relevant decisions, and where those decisions are interconnected. In HH’s case, the individuals concerned were husband, AH, and wife, HH. For reasons that are very relevant to the husband and wife, but not relevant for the wider point, both were the subject of separate s.21A MCA 2005 proceedings. The question was whether they could (or should) be either consolidated or heard together by the same judge, a question which regularly arises, but which has not been the subject of a reported case.’
Mental Capacity Law and Policy, 17th October 2023
Teresa Hanson jailed for life after stabbing husband to death – BBC News
‘A woman who stabbed her husband to death with a kitchen knife while making a meal and then carried on cooking has been jailed for life.’
BBC News, 3rd October 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Murderer denied release after refusing to say where wife’s body hidden – The Guardian
‘A man jailed for murdering his estranged wife 20 years ago who still refuses to say where he hid her body is not safe to be released from prison, the Parole Board has said.’
The Guardian, 26th September 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
Forced marriage and the inherent jurisdiction – Local Government Lawyer
‘The Court of Appeal recently considered the use of the inherent jurisdiction in a forced marriage case. Rhys Hadden analyses the ruling.’
Local Government Lawyer, 15th September 2023
Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk
Assessing the Right to Family Life in UK Immigration Appeals: A Case Study of a Russian National – EIN Blog
‘Introduction: Within the intricate realm of immigration appeals, the appellant’s right to family life often emerges as a focal point. This article delves into a specific case study that elucidates the intricacies and challenges encountered when evaluating this fundamental human right within the context of an immigration appeal. The case revolves around an appellant, a Russian citizen, who seeks permission to remain in the United Kingdom (UK) as the spouse of a British citizen. Through a comprehensive analysis, this article aims to shed light on the pertinent factors and the delicate balance required in determining the appellant’s right to family life.’
EIN Blog, 21st July 2023
Source: www.ein.org.uk
Chichester: Wife and carer jailed for enslaving disabled husband – BBC News
‘The wife and carer of a disabled man who they enslaved and left in squalid conditions have been jailed.’
BBC News, 15th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Spousal applications for reasonable financial provision under section 1 (1) (a) of the Inheritance Act 1975: Law and procedure and the judgment of Mr Justice Peel in Kaur v Estate of Karnail Singh & Ors [2023] EWHC 304 (Fam) – Becket Chambers
‘It was, Mr Justice Peel concluded, “the clearest possible case” for reasonable financial provision from a deceased’s estate under section 1 (1) (a) of the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (IA 1975).’
Becket Chambers, 15th March 2023
Source: becket-chambers.co.uk
Edith Thompson: Commission to re-examine hanged woman’s case – BBC News
‘The case of a woman who was hanged 100 years ago for the murder of her husband is to be reviewed as a potential miscarriage of justice.’
BBC News, 7th March 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
British husband and wife sentenced for smuggling migrants in sofas – Home Office
‘A married couple who smuggled Iraqi migrants into the UK by hiding them in sofas have been sentenced today.’
Home Office, 20th February 2023
Source: www.gov.uk
Husband and wife joined people smuggling ring to get out of debt – The Independent
‘A husband and wife who joined a people smuggling ring to make money to pay off debts have been sentenced. Pamela and Nicholas Fullwood along with a third defendant, Azad Ahmadi, appeared at Canterbury Crown Court in Kent for sentencing on Monday.’
The Independent, 20th February 2023
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Paula Leeson: Father of drowned heiress wins legal challenge – BBC News
‘The father of a wealthy heiress who drowned while on holiday in Denmark has won a High Court challenge over the scope of an inquest into her death.’
BBC News, 18th January 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Man, 90, not guilty of attempting to murder wife- BBC News
A 90-year-old man has been found not guilty of trying to murder his unwell wife, after she woke him up one night.
BBC News, 6th September 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Man jailed for attacking blind wife with meat cleaver – BBC News
‘A man has been jailed for nine years after striking his blind wife in the head with a meat cleaver.’
BBC News, 1st September 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Somerset murderer’s parole application under review – BBC News
‘A man sentenced to life in prison for murdering his wife is to have his parole application considered.’
BBC News, 20th August 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Capital Gains Tax: transfers of assets between spouses and civil partners in the process of separating – Family Law
‘The government has published proposals to change the rules that apply to transfers of assets between spouses and civil partners who are in the process of separating. It provides that they be given up to three years in which to make no gain or no loss transfers of assets between themselves when they cease to live together; and unlimited time if the assets are the subject of a formal divorce agreement.’
Family Law, 19th August 2022
Source: www.familylaw.co.uk
Man found guilty of murdering his wife four days after their wedding – The Guardian
‘A man has been found guilty of murdering his wife and stuffing her body in a suitcase just days after their wedding.’
The Guardian, 10th August 2022
Source: www.theguardian.com
Eileen Barrott death: Life sentence for husband who killed wife – BBC News
‘A man who killed his wife in a “final act of control” and then went on the run has been jailed for life.’
BBC News, 8th August 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
‘Controlling’ Leeds man who killed wife jailed for at least 21 years – The Guardian
‘A “coercive and controlling” husband who murdered his wife when he realised she was trying to break free from what was a toxic relationship has been jailed for at least 21 years.’
The Guardian, 8th August 2022
Source: www.theguardian.com
