CCTV Rules: UK Homeowners Risk Stalking Charges
UK homeowners with security cameras face strict data laws. Breaking rules on recording neighbours could lead to harassment charges under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997.
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Unregulated UK private investigators hired by stalkers
A Guardian investigation reveals stalkers are hiring private investigators to track victims, with some traced to domestic violence refuges. Calls grow for licensing in the unregulated UK industry.
Finance worker told to 'spread legs' for contract
A former finance professional reveals shocking sexual harassment she faced, including being told to 'spread her legs' for a contract. She discusses the industry's toxic culture and her new mission to support victims.
Law Firm Offers 20% Billable Credit for AI Effort
US law firm Ropes & Gray expands its 'TrAIlblazers' programme to Europe, allowing junior lawyers to dedicate 20% of billable hours to generative AI. Discover how this shapes legal tech.
10 Convicted for Harassing Brigitte Macron Online
A French court has found 10 people guilty of maliciously spreading false claims about Brigitte Macron's gender. The first lady's daughter testified to the severe impact on her mother's health and family life.
Ten guilty of cyber bullying France's first lady
Ten people have been found guilty of cyber bullying Brigitte Macron with false transgender claims. Sentences range from awareness training to suspended prison terms. Read the full story.
Court convicts 10 for cyberbullying Brigitte Macron
A Paris court has found 10 people guilty of cyberbullying France's First Lady, Brigitte Macron, with malicious rumours about her gender. Read the full story on the landmark verdict.
Will Smith sued for sexual harassment by AGT star
AGT finalist Brian King Joseph files lawsuit accusing Will Smith of harassment and wrongful termination. Smith's attorney denies all claims. Read the full story.
Clifford Chance's best-paid partner got £7m last year
The highest-earning partner at magic circle law firm Clifford Chance was paid over £7m last year, new filings show. Explore the firm's financial performance and partner pay structure.
Stalker jailed for 3 years after terror campaign
A nurse was left 'living in fear' after her ex-partner's stalking campaign, which included graffiti and a break-in. Read the full story of the court case and sentencing.
Linklaters' staff costs jump £115m as pay battle intensifies
Magic Circle law firm Linklaters reports a £115m surge in employee costs, highlighting fierce competition for top legal talent and rising salaries across the UK sector.
Starmer's cautious stance on human rights scrutinised
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's approach to human rights law is under the microscope. Has the former lawyer abandoned his principles? Read our analysis of Labour's mixed record.
KFC boss pays £66,8k after 'slave' race discrimination
A South London KFC franchisee must pay £66,800 in compensation after a tribunal found an Indian worker was racially harassed and called a 'slave'. The firm must now implement anti-discrimination training.
KFC boss pays £70k in race discrimination tribunal
A KFC franchisee must pay nearly £70,000 after a tribunal found a manager called an Indian employee a 'slave' and forced him to work excessive hours. Read the full ruling.
Sexual offences on London Underground reach five-year peak
Reported sexual offences on the Tube hit a five-year high, with campaigners warning harassment is 'routine' for women. New TfL data reveals 595 incidents in 2024/25.
Algeria Passes Law Declaring French Colonisation a Crime
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
Perth man charged over alleged Bondi attack support post
A 47-year-old Perth man faces charges of racial harassment after allegedly posting online support for the Bondi Junction attack. Police confirm a swift investigation.
2025 Legal Year: Mergers, AI & Justice System Crisis
From the rise of transatlantic law giants and AI reshaping fees to a crumbling justice system, we review the seismic shifts that defined the UK legal sector in 2025. Discover the key trends.
Why Cadwalader needed the Hogan Lovells merger
Analysis reveals why the once-dominant US law firm Cadwalader turned to Hogan Lovells for a pivotal London merger, reshaping its City strategy. Discover the key drivers and future implications.
Central Line has most sex offences on Tube
Exclusive TfL data reveals the London Underground line with the highest number of recorded sex offences between April 2024 and March 2025. See the full list and what's being done.
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in £2.7bn law firm merger
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plan a mega-merger to create a £2.7bn legal giant. Discover the details and what it means for the global legal market.
Macfarlanes Partner Takes Home Record £5m Pay Packet
A top partner at elite City law firm Macfarlanes earned a record £5m last year, as profits soar and pay for senior lawyers reaches new heights. Discover the figures behind the UK's legal pay boom.
£550m Plan to Tackle Toxic Masculinity in Schools
A new government strategy will see pupils as young as 11 sent on behaviour courses covering deepfakes and online abuse. Critics question the long-term funding.
EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
ADHD 'Disorganised' Comment Ruled Disability Discrimination
A PR executive with ADHD wins a landmark tribunal after her manager's 'disorganised' comments. The case sets a precedent for disability discrimination in UK workplaces. Read the full story.
Gibson Dunn promotes record 13 to partner in London
US law firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher promotes a record 13 lawyers to partner in its London office, marking its largest City promotion round ever. Discover the key figures and strategic focus.
Police appeal after train sexual harassment in London
British Transport Police seek a man after a female passenger was sexually harassed and threatened with violence on a Victoria to Denmark Hill service. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Man admits dumping animal carcasses at New Forest churches
Benjamin Lewis pleads guilty to religiously aggravated harassment after leaving dead deer and lambs outside churches in Hampshire. He has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.
Bakery's viral TikTok success leads to online abuse
Montmorency Bakehouse's wholesome social media fame was hijacked by racist and sexual harassment, forcing the family to take a stand. Discover their story.
Inside the World's Most Notorious Deepfake Porn Site
The story of Mr DeepFakes, the AI porn hub that humiliated countless women. Investigators reveal how governments failed to act as the site's creators grew bolder.
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