Two High Court judges yesterday (November 5) dismissed the claims of three single mothers that the Government’s benefit cap is unlawful, although they did agree that it is “too parsimonious”.
Increased Copyright Terms For Musicians
Under new rules brought in on the first of this month, recorded performers will benefit from an extended length of copyright term for sound recordings and performers’ rights in sound recordings.
Penalties For Failing To Report Child Abuse
Former Director of Public Prosecutions, Keir Starmer QC, will use the BBC programme Panorama tonight (November 4) to call for an overhaul of the law to prevent paedophiles slipping through the legal net. In particular, he is advocating the prosecution of teachers and care workers who fail to alert the police to allegation of child abuse.
Government Loses ‘Back To Work’ Appeal
A Supreme Court ruling has decreed that regulations underpinning the Government’s Back-to-Work scheme were invalid and has upheld the Court of Appeal’s decision, which went against the Government in February.
Killer Dog Owners Face Long Jail Terms
The Government has outlined proposals that could see a huge increase in the maximum penalty for failing to control dangerous pets, with up to 14 years in jail for an owner if their dog attacks and kills someone.