The Government’s Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill, which is due for its second reading in the House of Lords later today (June 3rd), is set to be derailed by a “wrecking amendment” tabled by ex-West Midlands Chief Constable Lord Dear.
Avoiding Summer Holiday Contact Issues
The school summer holidays are fast approaching. It is at this time of year that separated parents may encounter disputes about the arrangements for the holiday period and now is the time to resolve such issues.
UK Facing European Court Over Migrant Benefits
The European Commission is taking the UK to the European Court of Justice for discriminating against nationals from other EU member states who apply for benefits.
Intellectual Property Bill’s Second Reading
Last week the House of Lords discussed the key principles and main purpose of the Intellectual Property Bill during its second reading, which offered peers the opportunity to flag up any concerns or specific areas where they think amendments are needed.
Potential Legal Action Over ‘Lads’ Mags’
Shops selling “lads’ mags”, which show naked and semi-naked images of women, could be prosecuted if they continue to stock them, after campaigners and lawyers have argued that they could be in breach of the Equality Act 2010.