Northern Ireland

Mr Justice Stephen Fowler has been appointed as president of the Historical Institutional Abuse Redress Board. The High Court judge yesterday took on the role from Mr Justice Ian Huddleston, who was appointed to the role just last year.

Northern Ireland’s High Court has refused an application for judicial review where it was alleged that a same-sex couple suffered discrimination after being denied access to a publicly-funded IVF scheme. The court found that the criteria for obtaining access to the scheme were rational and pro

Belfast-based commercial law firm McKees has appointed Linus Murray as a partner in the firm's corporate and commercial team. With an expertise in licensing and a strong track record in commercial law, Mr Murray brings with him over 20 years’ experience which will enhance McKees already extens

Belfast solicitor Ruairi Maguire of MKB Law has been nominated for 'Rising Star of the Year' at the 2022 Insolvency Practitioners Association Awards. The awards recognise those who have made a significant contribution to the insolvency profession across the UK.

Northern Ireland’s High Court has determined that a decision by the NI Housing Executive (NIHE) erred in denying an applicant 'intimidation points' where he had repeatedly received death threats. The court found that it was irrational to undermine the applicant’s attempt to be rehoused w

Global law firm Clyde & Co has called for greater diversity and inclusion in senior positions in law firms in Northern Ireland. The firm, which merged with BLM this summer, has highlighted its efforts to pinpoint what can be done to achieve greater equality within the firm.

Grieving families are still being denied justice in Northern Ireland despite an increase in compensation, lawyers have warned. The sum paid to relatives eligible for a statutory compensation payment for their bereavement has increased from £15,100 to £17,200 as of this week.

Carson McDowell has secured an apology from Unite the Union on behalf of Nick Coburn CBE, managing director of Ulster Carpets. Mr Coburn took action against the trade union after it issued a press release concerning pay negotiations which made untrue allegations about him.

Two consultations have been launched on proposed changes to Northern Ireland's planning system which will better protect the environment and make the application process more efficient. The first consultation seeks vies on proposals to revise permitted development rights to make it easier and quicke

Queen's University Belfast has condemned "threatening and abusive commentary" aimed at human rights expert Professor Colin Harvey after he co-authored a report on Ireland's constitutional future. The university was criticised by unionist figures including DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson after its c

Human rights lawyer Les Allamby has been appointed to the Northern Ireland Policing Board. Mr Allamby is a solicitor who has previously served as director of Law Centre NI and chief commissioner of the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission (NIHRC).

A&L Goodbody partner Christopher Jessup has been appointed as chair of FinTech NI. Mr Jessup is a partner in ALG's finance department in Belfast, focusing on financial regulatory matters.

Northern Ireland lawyers have been urged to respond to a consultation on reforms to the principal legislation governing arbitrations in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Law Commission of England and Wales last month unveiled proposals to update the Arbitration Act 1996 to ensure that the UK

Barrister Nicole Lappin has been appointed as chair of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) Board. Mrs Lappin, who is qualified north and south of the border but no longer practising, will take up the role from 5 November 2022.

Northern Ireland's Department of Justice has launched a call for evidence seeking information to support any need to further extend the law on abuse of position of trust offences. The call for evidence asks whether the law should be extended beyond the new categories of sport and religion introduced