Introduction The Court of Appeal had very recently this year sought to provide some much-needed clarity on the use of Local Authority accommodating children under s.20 Children Act 1989. The Court had heard two appeals jointly in the case of Re S (A Child) and Re W (A Child) (s 20 Accommodation) [2023] EWCA Civ […]
Read moreAn appeal by a local authority against the refusal to make a placement order. The Court of Appeal case of N (Refusal of Placement Order) [2023] EWCA Civ 364 provides a helpful reminder to all practitioners, but specifically to those of us who are regularly instructed by local authorities, that it is wrong in law […]
Read moreIn this article, our Consultant Barrister, Callum Hurley, discusses what it’s like to work in the world of law as an LGBT+ lawyer. He delves into the need for greater representation at the Bar and his suggestions for how this can be accomplished. Read on to learn more. What does it mean to you to […]
Read moreSince we set up Unit Chambers 2 ½ years ago I have an increasing awareness about the importance of language and conversation – both at home, in Chambers, and for us as advocates in the courtroom. In my view, emotional intelligence is overlooked and the way we communicate is undervalued. Both things need to change […]
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