Siobhan Ali
Legal News Round Up: June 2022
From criminal barristers' industrial action to abortion rights in the US, here are the top legal headlines in June this year.
Articles
Rachel Fairley
- Jul 29
- 4 min
Supreme Court Showdown: The Legality of a Second Independence Referendum
With the potential of a second Scottish Independence Referendum, this article explores the legality of whether this endeavour could go ahead
Wilson Jones
- Jul 26
- 5 min
Illegal Evictions during The Open, As Part of the Wider St Andrews Housing Crisis
Holiday lets for The Open have caused several illegal evictions which is only one aspect of the wider St Andrews housing crisis.
Olivia Bastin
- Jul 24
- 6 min
Legal and Linguistic Hurdles for Indigenous Communities in Purchasing Their Own Lands
A discussion of the obstacles faced by indigenous communities when trying to obtain ownership of their own lands, focusing on linguistics
Olivia Bastin
- Jul 22
- 4 min
In Discussion with John Barbour on English Language Schools
English is one of the most studied languages in the world. This interview explores the process of setting up a language school abroad.
Cassie Smillie
- Jul 19
- 3 min
Is the Rwanda Policy the New Rendition?
As the UK issues formal directions to those relocating to Rwanda we explore the politics, legalities and morality behind the asylum plan
Blake Boehne
- Jul 17
- 5 min
Neutral Principles of Constitutional Law and the Dobbs Case: An Appraisal
A look at the work of Herbert Wechsler and its application to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organisation.
Helen Garnett
- Jul 15
- 4 min
Period Problems: Is the UK Doing Enough to Combat Period Poverty and Provide Menstrual Leave?
Is existing legislation sufficient to combat increasing period poverty in the UK and should there be medical leave for severe period pain?
Anya Fonstein
- Jul 12
- 4 min
"Abortion Deserts" and the Disproportionate Effect of Dobbs on Poor Women
The article will outline how "abortion deserts" will affect women and the ways in which Dobbs will influence access to reproductive care.
Anna Pilgrim
- Jul 3
- 4 min
Depp v. Heard and the Court of Public Opinion
The public spectacle of the Depp v. Heard trial and its consequences beyond the courtroom
Frances Brown
- Jul 1
- 4 min
The Troubles in Northern Ireland and the Impact of Brexit
A brief history of The Troubles in Northern Ireland and how Brexit has threatened the peace that was restored by the Good Friday Agreement.
Anne Lipsett
- Jun 28
- 5 min
What are the Implications of the United States Supreme Court Overturning a Ruling?
This article explains the judicial system in the US and explores what will happen now that the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade
James Lockamyeir
- Jun 26
- 3 min
How to Detect Countries who are Likely to Bust Sanctions against Russia
What is sanctions busting and which countries are likely to bust sanctions against Russia?
Abraham LeGrant
- Jun 24
- 3 min
Israel's Use of Marriage Legislation as a Tool of Apartheid
Israel has renewed a controversial immigration law barring many Palestinians from gaining legal residency and citizenship in Israel.
Sarah Garde
- Jun 21
- 5 min
Legal News Roundup: May 2022
From Russian war crimes to the Heard v Depp trial, here are the most recent updates in the legal news world
Ilhan Alp Yilmaz
- Jun 12
- 4 min
A Misstep on the Journey: Government Proposal to Reform the Human Rights Act
Why the suggested reforms to the Human Rights Act 1998 would be a detriment to human rights in the UK.
Michael Tozzi
- Jun 10
- 4 min
Continuation of Pre-Flight Testing in the United States
The US continues to be plagued by inconsistencies in Covid testing for flights, to the detriment of various stakeholders
Chloe Squires
- Jun 7
- 4 min
Why are Prisons Failing to Prevent Terrorism?
Terrorism within prisons is not exempt from the law. So why is there so little agreement on how to respond to radical inmates?
Ava Rawson
- Jun 5
- 3 min
The Limitations of Transnational Constructions of Contamination
Why have courts ruled so differently on Texaco’s crude oil contamination of the Amazon?
Sarah Garde
- Jun 3
- 4 min
Keeping Up with Abortion Legislation
Following the leaked draft from the US Supreme Court concerning abortions, here are some of the new abortion laws that may be enforced
Victoria Martin Veneti
- May 31
- 5 min
Legal News Roundup: April 2022
Here are the top legal news headlines from April 2022 ranging from sanctions against Russia to abortion bans across the US
Chloe Squires
- May 29
- 4 min
Is Childhood Marriage an Issue in Britain?
Forced childhood marriage is a bigger issue than is often imagined. New legislation hopes to tackle the problem in England and Wales.
Britt Gronemeyer
- May 27
- 3 min
Understanding the Investigation into the 6 January Attack on the US Capitol
Updates about the 6 January attack on the US Capitol and how it is being investigated by various bodies
Rachel Fairley
- May 24
- 3 min
Security or Censorship? The Online Safety Bill in the United Kingdom
This article examines the debate over the United Kingdom's new Online Safety Bill
Tom Chalmers
- Apr 17
- 6 min
The Gig Economy: The Common Law and Worker’s Rights
An examination of recent case law on worker’s rights and the impact this may have on the gig economy and the companies operating within it.
Isla Martin
- Apr 15
- 4 min
Brexit and Freedom: Has the UK Made an (E)U-Turn on Human Rights?
After withdrawing from the European Union, the United Kingdom must deal with the consequences of leaving an international organisation
Wilson Jones
- Apr 13
- 4 min
The PRO Act: Common Sense Updates to Weak American Labor Laws
The much-debated PRO Act updates American labor law, protecting democratic union activities from illegal corporate interference.
Britt Gronemeyer
- Apr 10
- 3 min
Do Russia’s Actions in Ukraine Constitute War Crimes?
The ICC is investigating Russian actions against Ukraine to evaluate whether it committed a war crime and violated the Rome Statute of 1998.
Collette Mourier
- Apr 8
- 4 min
Discrepancies in Employee Sexual Misconduct Reporting at US Public and Private Institutions
This article explores limitations in US law concerning sexual misconduct in public and private schools, hindering the protection of students
Aria Ornes
- Apr 5
- 5 min
The AstroWorld Tragedy
In Nov 2021, a music festival ended on devastating terms following a human crush. This article explores legal ramifications of Astroworld
Molly Finn
- Apr 3
- 3 min
A Look at the UK's New Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Bill
A review of the UK’s new legislation against economic crime in response to Russia’s Ukraine invasion.
Victoria Martin Veneti
- Apr 1
- 6 min
Legal News Round Up: March 2022
March marked the beginning of spring but also many important developments in legal news around the world. Here are some the latest events
Laura Lu
- Mar 29
- 3 min
The Evolution of International Environmental Law
International environmental law is under constant review to protect the welfare of humankind. Here is an overview of relevant legislation
Morven Stanforth
- Mar 27
- 4 min
Human Rights Law and Refugees: The Legal Implications of War in Ukraine
This article compares the UK and EU's responses to the Ukrainian refugee crisis to that more expansive policies are needed.
James Lockamyeir
- Mar 25
- 4 min
Pros and Cons of International Criminal Law and its Impact as a Transitional Justice Mechanism
This article critically assesses international criminal law through the case of the International Criminal Tribunal for Former Yugoslavia.
Kate Chernitsky
- Mar 22
- 5 min
The British Museum and Elgin Marbles: The Repatriation Debate
The debate over the Elgin Marbles involves legal statutes which hinder the repatriation of material items in the British Museum.
Marina Damji
- Mar 20
- 3 min
Prison Privatisation: A Failure of the British Penal System
Private prisons have failed to successfully fulfill their initial objectives and instead have exacerbated problems in the penal system.
Olivia Keany
- Mar 18
- 4 min
Legal News Roundup: February 2022
Check out the top legal news headlines from February 2022, from the Russian invasion of Ukraine to Prince Andrew's settlement.
Wilson Jones
- Mar 15
- 3 min
America’s Ambiguous Laws on Foreign Military Volunteers and their Potential Impact in Ukraine
Ukrainian military volunteers from the US will face challenges beyond battle from antiquated and inconsistently applied American laws.
Frances Brown
- Mar 13
- 2 min
Women’s History Month: A Brief History of Female Healthcare in the UK
In light of Women’s History Month, this article explores the history and evolution of women’s reproductive rights across the UK from the 196
Blake Boehne
- Mar 11
- 4 min
Corporations and Crime
This article examines the history and rationale of corporate criminal liability in United States law.
Chloe Squires
- Mar 8
- 5 min
The Laws of War: Have War Crimes been Committed in Ukraine?
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is being labelled as a war crime. But what is a “war crime”? And can they be proven?
Martin Duffy
- Mar 6
- 8 min
A Return to Broken Windows Policy
An analysis of the effects that a return to the NYPD’s broken windows policing would have on the crime rates throughout New York City.
Helen Garnett
- Mar 4
- 4 min
UK to Ban Hymenoplasty and Virginity-Testing
Hymenoplasty and virginity-testing procedures are to be banned across the UK as they are considered forms of gender-based violence
Siobhan Ali
- Mar 1
- 6 min
"Social Bandits": Criminals or Heroes?
This article explores the fine line between criminality and acts of heroism when people resort to extralegal means to resolve their issues.
Anya Fonstein
- Feb 27
- 3 min
Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Act Threatens LGBTQ+ Youth
An exploration of the new concerning trend in American state legislatures to limit discussion of LGBTQ+ people and issues in education.
Siobhan Ali
- Feb 25
- 5 min
Is the Law a "Colonial Fraud"?
This brief overview of the relationship between law and colonialism suggests that legal systems continue to support the colonial project.
Anna Szekeres
- Feb 22
- 4 min
Paid Family Leave in America
The US has yet to implement Paid Family Leave, remaining behind the rest of the world on family policy and reinforcing social inequalities.
Chloe Squires
- Feb 21
- 4 min
Can Apprenticeships Reduce Recidivism?
During economic crisises and high rates of criminal reoffending, do prisoners hold the key to solving UK labour shortages?
Anne Lipsett
- Feb 19
- 4 min
The Big Tech Takedown
In the United States, a war is being waged against "Big Tech" and the climate may allow for the introduction of new antitrust legislation