Luton Airport expansion faces legal challenge
Three Hertfordshire councils mount legal opposition against Luton Airport's controversial expansion plans, citing environmental concerns and questioning passenger demand forecasts.
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Wimbledon expansion faces legal showdown in High Court
The All England Lawn Tennis Club's ambitious £65 million Wimbledon expansion faces a critical legal challenge as local residents and conservationists take their fight to the High Court.
Lawyers: Don't Destroy £60bn Industry Over LLP Reforms
Leading City law firms warn Chancellor's proposed reforms to Limited Liability Partnerships could devastate Britain's competitive legal industry and drive business overseas.
Strike 3 Porn Lawsuits Target Thousands in UK
Thousands face unexpected legal threats as copyright enforcement firms exploit adult content sites in aggressive 'Strike 3' litigation campaign across the UK.
Child bride faces execution over husband's death
A woman forced into marriage as a child now fights for her life, needing to raise £80,000 to avoid execution for her husband's death in a case exposing deep social injustices.
Legal alarm over Tory MP's deportation threat
Leading UK lawyers warn of a 'race to the bottom' in immigration policy after Conservative MP Jonathan Gullis threatens mass deportations, raising constitutional concerns.
Sydney Weapons Expo Protests Turn Violent, Arrests Made
Dramatic scenes unfolded at a major defence exhibition in Sydney as activists confronted police, resulting in multiple arrests during tense demonstrations against the global arms trade.
Government denies Lehrmann legal funding after NACC raid
The Australian government has refused Bruce Lehrmann's request for taxpayer-funded legal assistance following explosive corruption watchdog raids, in a dramatic twist to the high-profile case.
Ukraine gets Patriot missiles, holds Pokrovsk line
Ukraine receives critical US-made Patriot air defence systems as its forces maintain defensive positions against Russian advances in the strategic Pokrovsk sector, according to latest battlefield reports.
Ashurst hires Linklaters private equity star Roger Parker
In a significant move shaking up London's legal scene, Ashurst secures top private equity partner Roger Parker from Magic Circle rival Linklaters, strengthening their corporate practice.
Sydney weapons expo protest turns violent with arrests
Dramatic scenes unfolded at a Sydney defence exhibition as police deployed pepper spray against demonstrators attempting to blockade the event, resulting in ten arrests during heated anti-war protests.
Former Israeli military lawyer arrested abroad
Sharon Afek, Israel's former top military attorney, faces arrest in international investigation while travelling abroad, raising questions about legal accountability.
Israel's top military lawyer arrested over leaked video
The Israeli military's highest-ranking legal officer faces arrest after confessing to leaking disturbing footage showing soldiers assaulting Palestinian detainees, triggering a major legal and political crisis.
Pregnant British teen freed from Georgian prison
A 19-year-old pregnant British woman detained in Georgia on drug charges has been released from custody as her legal battle continues, Sky News can reveal.
Pakistan's Period Tax: Young Lawyer Fights Back
A groundbreaking legal challenge in Pakistan confronts the controversial sales tax on menstrual products, arguing it discriminates against women and violates constitutional rights.
New Body to Run Military Housing in MoD Overhaul
The Ministry of Defence announces major overhaul with new agency to manage armed forces accommodation after widespread criticism from service personnel and their families about housing conditions.
Economic weakness threatens UK defence - Shapps
Grant Shapps warns that Britain's stagnant economy and weak growth forecasts are creating direct consequences for defence spending and military capability.
Ukraine deploys elite forces to defend Pokrovsk
Ukrainian special forces have been rushed to the eastern city of Pokrovsk as Russian troops intensify their assault on this strategically vital location, with both sides recognising its crucial importance to the frontline.
Prince Andrew faces losing final military title
Prince Andrew could be stripped of his last remaining honorary military title as pressure mounts following his civil sexual assault case settlement. Defence Secretary Ben Wallace reveals the decision rests with the Queen.
Prince Andrew stripped of Royal Navy title
In an unprecedented decision, the Ministry of Defence confirms the Duke of York will be removed from his ceremonial naval role, marking a significant royal demotion following recent controversies.
£9.2bn Military Housing Revolution Announced
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps reveals massive £9.2bn investment to transform crumbling military accommodation into modern homes for service personnel and their families across the UK.
Small Business Owner Faces L'Oréal in Trademark Fight
A British entrepreneur faces corporate giant L'Oréal in a landmark tribunal case over trademark rights that could redefine small business protection.
Ukraine troops hold strong in Pokrovsk defence
Ukrainian forces maintain strategic strongholds in Pokrovsk amid intense Russian assaults, as Kyiv reports significant enemy losses and prepares for winter defence operations.
Grandfather and Archbishop's Relative Sues Tory Party
A former Conservative Party member, who is also the grandfather of the Archbishop of Jerusalem, has launched a High Court lawsuit against the party, alleging serious misconduct and demanding justice.
Victim waited 6 years for violent ex's sentencing
Exclusive: A domestic abuse survivor reveals her six-year ordeal waiting for justice as Britain's court crisis leaves thousands in legal limbo.
Pro-Israel activist sues Sydney restaurant over exclusion
A Sydney restaurant faces legal action after allegedly vilifying and excluding a pro-Israel activist who participated in a controversial News Corp publicity campaign, sparking debate about free speech and political discrimination.
FCA faces lawsuit over bond tape 'manifest error'
The Financial Conduct Authority is embroiled in a High Court battle as market participants accuse the regulator of catastrophic misjudgment in its controversial bond reporting reforms.
Secret Dutch Missile Deal with Ukraine Exposed
Explosive revelations emerge as the Netherlands is caught in a covert missile supply operation to Ukraine, while Russian forces escalate assaults across multiple fronts. Latest developments in the European security crisis.
Russia's Secret 1,500-Mile Missile Unleashed
Exclusive intelligence reveals Russia has deployed a previously unknown long-range missile capable of striking targets across Europe, raising alarm in Western security circles.
UK fighter jet programme 'complacent' - damning report
A scathing National Audit Office investigation exposes critical failures in Britain's £10bn Tempest fighter programme, warning of delays, capability gaps, and questionable spending decisions.
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