Legal Update


PSNI faces legal challenge on powers of entry under Covid laws
(18/01/21) The PSNI and Justice Minister Naomi Long have both argued the power is available to officers under the regulations.

The Brief: anonymity at inquests
(23/11/20) When should officers be allowed to give evidence behind screens at an inquest? Our resident chamber of specialist police barristers review an Appeal case.

The Brief: an honest belief is no longer sufficient
(14/10/20) The Court of Appeal has given a significant judgment that will have serious implications for officers facing misconduct proceedings involving an allegation relating to use of force. It also means that police services will need to change their training according to our resident chamber of specialist police barristers.

New fines for gatherings over 30 people welcomed by forces
(24/08/20) A new criminal offence for people organising or facilitating unlawful gatherings comes into force on Friday 28 August to crack down on illegal gatherings ahead of the bank holiday weekend.