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September 29, 2024
Published by Laetitia at September 29, 2024
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Thousands of Bolt Drivers Fight for Worker Status and Compensation Over Unpaid Holiday Pay and Wage Discrepancies

Olga Kyriakoudi in her article explores the legal battle of thousands of Bolt drivers to be recognised as workers rather than self-employed contractors. Represented by the law firm Leigh Day, over 12,500 drivers are seeking compensation for unpaid holiday pay and discrepancies in their wages, specifically shortfalls in the National Living Wage. This case highlights the ongoing struggle for gig economy workers to secure fair treatment and proper compensation for their labour.
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September 14, 2024
Published by Laetitia at September 14, 2024
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Overcrowding in Prisons: A Growing Crisis

In her article, Sofia S. Gagliardi explores the issue of prison overcrowding. Following the racist riots Keir Starmer introduced new legislation aimed at temporarily alleviating the overcrowding crisis. Overcrowded prisons have profound implications for both the legal industry and society at large.
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September 12, 2024
Published by Laetitia at September 12, 2024
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Reforming cohabitation laws: Resolution’s current campaign

In her article, Leanne Wylie explores cohabiting couples rights in England and Wales. Cohabitation has become more common in recent years, however, the legal framework in England and Wales has lagged behind. Family lawyers advocate for reforms to provide adequate protections for cohabiting couples.
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September 8, 2024
Published by Laetitia at September 8, 2024
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Autonomous Vessels and Maritime Law: Bridging the Gap Between Innovation and Regulation

In her article, Divya T examines the influence of artificial intelligence within the maritime law sector, highlighting the multifaceted and essential role of maritime lawyers in adapting our legal and regulatory frameworks to keep up with the pace of innovation.
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August 30, 2024
Published by Laetitia at August 30, 2024
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The UK Tax Gap: Understanding the Tax Collection

Divya T explores in his article the concept of 'Tax Gap', which refers to the difference between the amount that would normally be taxed and the amount that is actually paid to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), and how lawyers play a critical role in closing the tax gap.
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June 30, 2024
Published by Laetitia at June 30, 2024
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Navigating Conflicting Protected Characteristics in the Workplace: A Legal Analysis

Olga Kyriakoudi explores in her article the extent to which the 2023 Employment Tribunal ruling in the case brought by Denise Fahmy and the decision in Phoenyx against the Open University made in January 2024, achieve a proper balance in terms of safeguarding the conflicting rights of various protected characteristics.
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May 31, 2024
Published by Laetitia at May 31, 2024
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A Correlation Between Global Warming and Human Rights

In her article, Laetitia Ponde Nkot examines the recent verdict of the European Court of Human Rights, which determined that Switzerland had not implemented sufficient measures in line with its pledge to combat climate change. This landmark decision establishes, for the first time, a direct link between the endeavour to address global warming and the protection of human rights within a nation.
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