Despite being described as light on new laws, the Queen’s Speech, delivered yesterday (June 4) did contain at least one proposal that could give HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) powers that would effectively make them judge and jury before a case even gets to court.
A Bold Queen’s Speech That Is Pro-Work, Business And Aspirations
Every year at the State Opening of Parliament, which marks the formal start of the parliamentary year, the Queen makes a speech in which she sets out the legislative agenda for the coming session, as proposed by the Government, and this year’s Speech, containing 11 Bills, promised to be bold, pro-work and pro-business.
Welsh Pubs To Stay Open Late For World Cup
Following complaints from licensees and football fans in Wales, pubs there, which were not originally included in legislation to allow premises to apply for a temporary event notice, will be able to stay open late for England World Cup matches.
Stepping Over The Boundary
Spring is traditionally the time to rebuild the nest, or in the case of homeowners, make necessary repairs both inside and outside the property. However, problems can arise when something that needs renovation can only be accessed by going onto a neighbour’s land.
Fight Continues Against Legal Aid Cuts
Lawyers have begun a legal challenge this week against the Ministry of Justice’s (MoJ) decision to press ahead with legal aid cuts by issuing proceedings for a judicial review (JR), arguing that the consultation that preceded the cuts was conducted unlawfully.