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Ireland has been selected to host a new international arbitration hub that will support cross-border disputes involving businesses across Europe and beyond.

Irish Rule of Law International (IRLI) has partnered with Zambia’s National Prosecution Authority (NPA) and the Southern African Institute for Policy and Research (SAIPAR) to strengthen the country’s response to financial and economic crime through specialised training and institutional

There is still time to shine a spotlight on your firm’s outstanding contributions to the legal profession. The final countdown has begun for the LEAP Irish Law Awards 2026. With the deadline arriving tomorrow, Friday 20th March, this is your final opportunity to ensure your firm’s dedica

Holmes has appointed Cathal Minihane as a partner in the firm's public sector unit. Mr Minihane brings extensive experience advising public bodies and regulatory authorities on all aspects of administrative law, regulatory governance, and public sector decision‑making.

Employment law specialist Naledi Bisiwe has been appointed to the Labour Court. Ms Bisiwe yesterday took up post as an employers' member following her nomination by Ibec.

A group litigation claim has been launched in Scotland against the pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson on behalf of women who say they developed mesothelioma, ovarian, and other female reproductive system cancers. All the claimants either used the firm’s talc products which, it is alleg

Greyhound racing has been outlawed in Scotland after MSPs approved legislation banning the sport, which had already declined following the closure of the country’s last track last year. The Prohibition of Greyhound Racing (Scotland) Bill, introduced by Green MSP Mark Ruskell, makes it an offen

The UK's human rights institutions have issued a joint statement reaffirming the importance of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and the Human Rights Act in protecting fundamental rights.

International media lawyer Paul Tweed has reached a settlement with an author who made false and defamatory allegations about him in a book and on social media. An apology from Dr Andreas Krieg was read out in Northern Ireland's High Court this morning, concluding legal proceedings which began in Fe

The European Commission has formally presented proposals for "EU Inc.", a new pan-European company structure. Described as "the EU's 28th regime", the optional, digital-by-default European corporate framework is aimed at making it easier for businesses to start, operate and grow across the EU.

Belfast-headquartered Johnsons Solicitors has acquired long-established legal practice Mackenzie & Dorman.

Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has appointed Lisa Carty as the new head of its Dublin office. Ms Carty joined Pinsent Masons in 2023 as a partner, having previously practised at William Fry.

Arthur Cox LLP has appointed Jennifer Ward as the firm's chief technology officer – an increasingly important role in law firms amid the rise of AI. Ms Ward will oversee the firm’s technology, AI and innovation agenda, supporting the delivery of seamless, efficient, and future‑focused

Afroman has won defamation proceedings brought against him by police officers who he mocked in music videos after a raid on his home. The Because I Got High singer used his own home CCTV footage in videos for songs he released about the incident, such as Will You Help Me Repair My Door, Lemon Pound

A bid to legalise assisted dying in Scotland has failed after it was rejected in a parliamentary vote which was widely seen as too close to call. The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill would have allowed terminally-ill adults to lawfully request and be provided with assistance