Issue: Vol 161, Issue 7459

“Secret” detention of foreigners by Home Office was unlawful

Wealthy estates are to receive an inheritance tax rebate if they leave a legacy to charity.

Civil justice regime set for wholesale change

The small claims limit is to be raised from £5,000 to £15,000, under government proposals.

Tim Boyce, dispute resolution partner at Osborne Clarke, says the proposals meant “good news for businesses that face claims by individuals who are supported by ‘no win no fee’ agreements and after-the-event (ATE) insurance.

Responding to Ken Clarke’s proposals, Susan Brown, a director at Prolegal, says: “The proposals on ending recoverability of success fees and after-the-event insurance premiums are of course intended to save public money, primarily to the NHS, but also to local authorities.

Jeffrey Green Russell has announced the promotion of Gareth Jones as partner to its commercial litigation team.

The UK Environmental Law Association (UKELA) has welcomed a new chairman, Mark Brumwell, a solicitor specialising in environmental law.

The latest changes in employment law are now available at the tap of a touch screen.

A lawyer from Scott Rees & Co Solicitors has become one of the first in the country to complete her training through innovative new, work based learning.