Trump’s Jones Act waiver raises complaints — but will it be challenged?
Some observers think the government’s move is vulnerable to litigation. Others question whether anyone will stand up to sue
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Charity challenges ‘chilling’ law change restricting protest at animal testing sites
Animal Aid says reclassification of research facilities as key infrastructure could catch even most peaceful actionA charity has filed a legal challenge over a “chilling” change in the law that restricts protest outside animal testing facilities in Eng…
Claimants drop lawsuit against Gerry Adams over IRA bombings
Three people were suing ex-Sinn Féin leader for liability over IRA bombings in UK that left them injuredThree victims of IRA bombings who sued Gerry Adams alleging he was a member of the paramilitary group and culpable for the attacks have withdrawn th…
Tens of thousands of prisoners in England and Wales at risk of cell fires
About a quarter of prison places are unsafe, Ministry of Justice admitsThe government has reneged on a pledge to make all prison cells fire-safe or take them out of use by the end of next year, meaning tens of thousands of prisoners in England and Wale…
Peers vote to back clause pardoning women convicted over illegal abortions
House of Lords decision welcomed as ‘landmark moment’ after attempt to strike out amendment is defeatedUK politics live – latest updatesWomen who have been convicted, and in some cases jailed, over illegal abortions are set to be pardoned after a histo…
‘A weight’s been lifted’: MP Charlotte Nichols on speaking up about her rape trial
After a 1,088-day wait, a jury acquitted the man Nichols accused. She describes her experience of the system as a complainant – and explains why she went publicWarning: this article contains graphic testimonyCharlotte Nichols on her rape trial ordeal –…
Mercuria bunker company could arrest Norvic ships past and present in debt row
Bulker operator also facing legal cases from Peninsula Petroleum and General Steamship
Dredger ends 28-month detention after Mexico tax dispute
Mexican authorities demanded about $90m from Belgian shipowner Jan De Nul
Scottish parliament votes against legalising assisted dying
MSPs reject bill after concerted campaign to block it and despite amendments intended to placate criticsThe Scottish parliament has voted against legalising assisted dying after critics and religious groups led a concerted campaign to block the measure…
Cutting jury trials risks ‘undermining justice’ for abused women and girls, Lammy warned
In letter to justice secretary, groups say judge-led decisions more likely to be influenced by bias than those made by 12 random people Thirty organisations representing victims of violence against women and girls (VAWG) have written to the justice se…