by Malcolm Birdling | Dec 2, 2020 | General
You may have seen the recently announced Ministry of Justice consultation on Proposals for reforms to arrangements for obtaining permission to appeal from the Upper Tribunal to the Court of Appeal...
by Malcolm Birdling | Oct 19, 2020 | General
With thanks to all members who contributed to the ALBA working group, ALBA’s response to the Independent Review of Administrative Law’s call for evidence has now been submitted, and may be viewed on the ALBA website.
by Malcolm Birdling | Oct 14, 2020 | General
The Administrative Court Office has issued updated Guidance regarding the procedures which must be followed during the current COVID-19 shutdown. This may be viewed here. The Court has also issued updated guidance on fees, which may be viewed here. The Court has also...
by Malcolm Birdling | Jun 5, 2020 | General
ALBA joins the Bar Council in expressing its deep concern at events in Minneapolis and elsewhere that exemplify systemic racism and violence against black people. Excessive use of force offends the rule of law. It is imperative that all people are treated equally and...
by Malcolm Birdling | May 4, 2020 | General
The conduct of hearings by video-link or telephone (“remote hearings”) can pose particular challenges for advocates. ALBA has prepared a set of recommendations to assist advocates properly to prepare for, and effectively participate in, such hearings in public law...