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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Sep 5

Information for those signed up:

✅ All existing tickets have automatically been transferred to the new date – no action is required.
📍 The venue remains the same
📝 An updated programme will be shared shortly.

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Sep 5

Due to planned tube strikes next week, we've unfortunately had to reschedule our Public Law in 2025 conference to 29 Sept.

This new date will ensure we can deliver the high-quality event we have planned and the best possible experience for all attendees.

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Sep 3

Understanding housing assistance for EU nationals. Join our free webinar with Catherine Rowlands & Andrew Lane on Nov 5th to gain essential insights on eligibility, challenges, and alternative options for local authorities.

Register now: http://bit.ly/460n48P

#CornerstoneBarristers #HousingLaw

Philip Coppel KC and Natasha Peter secure interim injunction for Epping Forest Council over use of Bell Hotel for asylum seeker accommodation | Cornerstone Barristers

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Aug 20

#PlanningLaw #PublicLaw

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Aug 20

If you are a local authority seeking legal advice on planning enforcement or injunctions in similar circumstances, please get in contact:

📩[email protected]
☎️020 7242 4986

👉 Read the full update: cornerstonebarristers.com/philip-coppe...

Epping Forest District Council has secured an interim injunction requiring the owners of the Bell Hotel to stop within the next 23 days using, or […]

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Aug 20

Mr Justice Eyre held there was clear evidence of a material change of use and breach of planning control under s.187B Town & Country Planning Act 1990.

Applications by both the Defendant and the Secretary of State to appeal were rejected, with costs awarded to the Council.

Excluded by definition: the narrow reading of “stepchild” and housing succession claims | Cornerstone Barristers

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Aug 20

Philip Coppel KC and Natasha Peter acted for
Epping Forest District Council in securing an interim injunction to stop the Bell Hotel being used for asylum seeker accommodation.

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Aug 8

Court of Appeal rules “stepchild” in a discretionary succession policy means child of a spouse or civil partner only - not long-term partner.

Sarah Salmon and Olivia Davies represented the London Borough of Islington

Learn more: cornerstonebarristers.com/excluded-by-...

On 31 July 2025, the Court of Appeal handed down its judgment in Abdelrahman v Islington LBC [2025] EWCA Civ 1038. The appeal concerned whether, […]

Court of Appeal confirms economically inactive EU nationals with pre-settled status not eligible for housing assistance | Cornerstone Barristers

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Aug 1

Court of Appeal confirms legality of Tower Hamlets' homelessness database.

📌 No indirect discrimination under Equality Act 2010
📌 Improves speed & transparency in allocation
📌 Gender not recorded

Kelvin Rutledge KC acted for Tower Hamlets Council

cornerstonebarristers.com/court-of-app...

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 31

📢 Court of Appeal confirms EU nationals with pre-settled status & no economic activity are not entitled to housing assistance (Fertre v Vale of White Horse DC).

@cjr1968.bsky.social acted for the Vale of White Horse District Council in the appeal

cornerstonebarristers.com/court-of-app...

The Court of Appeal has now handed down judgment in Fertre v Vale of White Horse DC, confirming the judgment of the High Court (Jay […]

Hearings in important test case on fitness for human habitation within rented premises in Wales | Cornerstone Barristers

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 29

The High Court will hear restitution claims in the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 test case: Coastal Housing v Mitchell.

Tenants seek rent refunds due to missing ECRs.

Read more: cornerstonebarristers.com/hearings-in-...

#HousingLaw #Wales

Today the Divisional High Court of Wales begins three days of further hearings on a landmark test case concerning the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016. […]

Housing Day 2025 | Cornerstone Barristers

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Estelle Dehon KC @estelledehon.bsky.social · Jul 28

I could not be more excited for this! Powerhouse of public law thinking, Prof Liz Fisher, is giving the keynote at this year's @cornerstonebarristers.com Public Law day!! Full programme and tickets here: cornerstonebarristers.com/event/public...

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 28

📢 Keynote speaker announced for #PublicLaw in 2025: One Day Symposium

We're pleased to reveal that Liz Fisher, Professor of Environmental Law, @ox.ac.uk, will be delivering this year’s keynote on the craft of administrative law.

Book here : cornerstonebarristers.com/event/public...

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 28

📢 Keynote speaker announced for #PublicLaw in 2025: One Day Symposium

We're pleased to reveal that Liz Fisher, Professor of Environmental Law, @ox.ac.uk, will be delivering this year’s keynote on the craft of administrative law.

Book here : cornerstonebarristers.com/event/public...

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 23

We are delighted to announce the appointment of James Findlay KC and Robin Green as Joint Heads of Chambers.

This new leadership marks the beginning of an exciting chapter following the end of Philip Coppel KC & Tom Cosgrove KC’s successful second term.

➡️ cornerstonebarristers.com/cornerstone-...

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 16

Join us on 13 Oct for our annual #HousingDay.

Learn about:

🏘️Renters (Reform) Act & Awaab’s Law
🏘️AI in social housing
🏘️Fraud, hoarding, domestic abuse
🏘️Building Safety, homelessness & more

Spaces fill fast - book now: cornerstonebarristers.com/event/housin...

Cornerstone Barristers highly anticipated annual Housing Day returns on Monday, 13th October 2025. This event is your chance to stay ahead in the field of […]

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Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 15

Cornerstone Barristers is pleased to announce the appointment of @joecannonlondon.bsky.social and Robert Williams as the new Joint Heads of our #Planning and #Environment Team.

Read more: cornerstonebarristers.com/new-leadersh...

Ex-Authority Chair sanctioned after following employee back to hotel room | Cornerstone Barristers

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 10

License Revocation upheld for private hire driver who attacked passenger with a bat 🚗
Matt Lewin successfully represented Buckinghamshire Council as the driver’s appeal was dismissed
by High Wycombe Magistrates’ Court.
#Licensing #PublicLaw

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 9

Former Fire Authority Chair breached of code of conduct after two incidents of unwanted behaviour towards female members of staff, including following one back to her hotel room.

The former Chair of Avon Fire Authority has been found in breach of its code of conduct after two incidents of unwanted behaviour towards female […]

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 9

We're delighted to reveal the programme for our upcoming #PublicLaw2025 conference. From standing, rationality-based decisions to interim relief and equality act challenges, + much more, we've got it covered.

View the prog and get your tickets here: cornerstonebarristers.com/event/public...

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 2

🚨 Free webinar: Kuljit Bhogal KC on #MartynsLaw
🗓️ 22 July | 🕛 12–1pm | 💻 Zoom

What does the new Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act mean for venues & events?

Don’t miss this legal deep-dive on legal responsibilities & enforcement.

👉 Register:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Too much? Did Surrey accidentally accommodate BC under section 20? | Cornerstone Barristers

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jul 1

In the last article of this series, Catherine (Kate) Rowlands addresses an issue which could only arise if Surrey owed BC a section 20 duty.

https://cornerstonebarristers.com/too-much-did-surrey-accidentally-accommodate-bc-under-section-20/

#care #childrenact1989 #communitycare #publiclaw

The last article in this series addresses an issue which could only arise if Surrey owed BC a section 20 duty, and the Court had […]

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jun 27

Cornerstone Barristers is proud to have 16 members recognised in the annual Planning Law Survey 2025, reaffirming our standing as a leading set in planning law.

Read more: cornerstonebarristers.com/cornerstone-...

Too little? When intervention is not required | Cornerstone Barristers

Cornerstone Barristers @cornerstonebarristers.com · Jun 26

In the third article of this series, Catherine (Kate) Rowlands turns to the question of what Surrey did in response to BC’s position in 2019.

https://cornerstonebarristers.com/too-little-when-intervention-is-not-required/

#care #childrenact1989 #communitycare #publiclaw

In the second article in this series, I have considered the issue of delay, and the Court of Appeal’s finding that BC did not bring […]