Tony Dowson
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"Why we should welcome Tommy Robinson’s acquittal
"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
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"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
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Why we should welcome Tommy Robinson’s acquittal | Tony Dowson | The Critic Magazine
Tommy Robinson (also known as Stephen Lennon) was last week acquitted of an offence contrary to schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000. Robinson had been accused of breaching the criminal law after he…
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November 11, 2025 at 11:22 AM
"Why we should welcome Tommy Robinson’s acquittal
"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
thecritic.co.uk/why-we-shoul...
"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
thecritic.co.uk/why-we-shoul...
"Why we should welcome Tommy Robinson’s acquittal
"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
thecritic.co.uk/why-we-shoul...
"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
thecritic.co.uk/why-we-shoul...
Why we should welcome Tommy Robinson’s acquittal | Tony Dowson | The Critic Magazine
Tommy Robinson (also known as Stephen Lennon) was last week acquitted of an offence contrary to schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000. Robinson had been accused of breaching the criminal law after he…
thecritic.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 11:22 AM
"Why we should welcome Tommy Robinson’s acquittal
"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
thecritic.co.uk/why-we-shoul...
"The Terrorism Act 2000 has been used to justify excessive police power"
thecritic.co.uk/why-we-shoul...
Epping Forest District Council v Somani Hotels Ltd [2025] EWHC 2018 (KB)
High Court grants interim injunction re Epping migrant hotel .
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High Court grants interim injunction re Epping migrant hotel .
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August 21, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Epping Forest District Council v Somani Hotels Ltd [2025] EWHC 2018 (KB)
High Court grants interim injunction re Epping migrant hotel .
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High Court grants interim injunction re Epping migrant hotel .
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R v Monzo Sentencing Remarks
Monzo sentenced for several offences, including murder.
Sentenced to life imprisonment with minimum term of 40 years.
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Monzo sentenced for several offences, including murder.
Sentenced to life imprisonment with minimum term of 40 years.
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June 27, 2025 at 9:59 PM
R v Monzo Sentencing Remarks
Monzo sentenced for several offences, including murder.
Sentenced to life imprisonment with minimum term of 40 years.
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Monzo sentenced for several offences, including murder.
Sentenced to life imprisonment with minimum term of 40 years.
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May Morning sunrise from the top of Magdalen Tower
May 1, 2025 at 6:31 AM
May Morning sunrise from the top of Magdalen Tower
R v Steve Bray
Bray acquitted of offence under Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act.
Bray found to have reasonable excuse. Judge applies arts 10 and 11 of ECHR.
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Bray acquitted of offence under Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act.
Bray found to have reasonable excuse. Judge applies arts 10 and 11 of ECHR.
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April 16, 2025 at 8:39 AM
R v Steve Bray
Bray acquitted of offence under Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act.
Bray found to have reasonable excuse. Judge applies arts 10 and 11 of ECHR.
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Bray acquitted of offence under Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act.
Bray found to have reasonable excuse. Judge applies arts 10 and 11 of ECHR.
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Sentencing Council suspends guideline
March 31, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Sentencing Council suspends guideline
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It’s a rule about someone who lacks mental capacity and would be identifiable even if anonymised, not a rich/poor rule. After his death any statutory will authorised by the Court of Protection will be a public document once probate has been granted, just like any other will (apart from royal wills)
March 17, 2025 at 8:11 AM
It’s a rule about someone who lacks mental capacity and would be identifiable even if anonymised, not a rich/poor rule. After his death any statutory will authorised by the Court of Protection will be a public document once probate has been granted, just like any other will (apart from royal wills)
R v Hallam and Others [2025] EWCA Crim 199
Appeal by several environmental protesters.
Sentences of 6 appellants (including Hallam) quashed and lower sentences substituted.
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Appeal by several environmental protesters.
Sentences of 6 appellants (including Hallam) quashed and lower sentences substituted.
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March 7, 2025 at 11:14 AM
R v Hallam and Others [2025] EWCA Crim 199
Appeal by several environmental protesters.
Sentences of 6 appellants (including Hallam) quashed and lower sentences substituted.
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Appeal by several environmental protesters.
Sentences of 6 appellants (including Hallam) quashed and lower sentences substituted.
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Case of Milashina & Others v Russia (App no. 75000/17)
ECtHR finds that there has been a violation of arts 10 & 8 in respect of the response to journalistic investigations into a violent campaign reportedly run by Chechen authorities against homosexuals.
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ECtHR finds that there has been a violation of arts 10 & 8 in respect of the response to journalistic investigations into a violent campaign reportedly run by Chechen authorities against homosexuals.
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March 4, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Case of Milashina & Others v Russia (App no. 75000/17)
ECtHR finds that there has been a violation of arts 10 & 8 in respect of the response to journalistic investigations into a violent campaign reportedly run by Chechen authorities against homosexuals.
hudoc.echr.coe.int/eng?i=001-24...
ECtHR finds that there has been a violation of arts 10 & 8 in respect of the response to journalistic investigations into a violent campaign reportedly run by Chechen authorities against homosexuals.
hudoc.echr.coe.int/eng?i=001-24...
Girginova v Bulgaria (App no 4326/18)
Violation of article 10 where judgment concerning reasons for acquitting former Minister of Internal Affairs was not made available to journalist.
Also violation of article 13.
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Violation of article 10 where judgment concerning reasons for acquitting former Minister of Internal Affairs was not made available to journalist.
Also violation of article 13.
hudoc.echr.coe.int/eng?i=001-24...
March 4, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Girginova v Bulgaria (App no 4326/18)
Violation of article 10 where judgment concerning reasons for acquitting former Minister of Internal Affairs was not made available to journalist.
Also violation of article 13.
hudoc.echr.coe.int/eng?i=001-24...
Violation of article 10 where judgment concerning reasons for acquitting former Minister of Internal Affairs was not made available to journalist.
Also violation of article 13.
hudoc.echr.coe.int/eng?i=001-24...
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1.3k retweets for something which is legally nonsense (because heads of state have total exemption from UK immigration control under s20(3) State Immunity Act 1978).
If the UK’s immigration rules mean what they say, Trump shouldn’t even be allowed to enter the country, let alone for a state visit ….
March 2, 2025 at 3:22 PM
1.3k retweets for something which is legally nonsense (because heads of state have total exemption from UK immigration control under s20(3) State Immunity Act 1978).
R (GB News Ltd) v OFCOM [2025] EWHC 460 (Admin)
GB News challenges OFCOM decision that Jacob Rees-Mogg's broadcasts had breached the Broadcasting Code.
Challenge succeeds.
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GB News challenges OFCOM decision that Jacob Rees-Mogg's broadcasts had breached the Broadcasting Code.
Challenge succeeds.
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February 28, 2025 at 11:08 PM
R (GB News Ltd) v OFCOM [2025] EWHC 460 (Admin)
GB News challenges OFCOM decision that Jacob Rees-Mogg's broadcasts had breached the Broadcasting Code.
Challenge succeeds.
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GB News challenges OFCOM decision that Jacob Rees-Mogg's broadcasts had breached the Broadcasting Code.
Challenge succeeds.
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University of Cambridge v Persons Unknown [2025] EWHC 454 (KB)
Court grants interim injunction re Palestine protesters in Cambridge - albeit not on broad terms requested by claimant.
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Court grants interim injunction re Palestine protesters in Cambridge - albeit not on broad terms requested by claimant.
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February 28, 2025 at 11:07 PM
University of Cambridge v Persons Unknown [2025] EWHC 454 (KB)
Court grants interim injunction re Palestine protesters in Cambridge - albeit not on broad terms requested by claimant.
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Court grants interim injunction re Palestine protesters in Cambridge - albeit not on broad terms requested by claimant.
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R (Castellucci) v Gender Recognition Panel [2025] EWCA Civ 167
Appeal on whether Gender Recognition Certificate should record "non binary" when appellant has status recognised in another jurisdiction and on Art 14/8 ECHR.
Appeal dismissed.
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Appeal on whether Gender Recognition Certificate should record "non binary" when appellant has status recognised in another jurisdiction and on Art 14/8 ECHR.
Appeal dismissed.
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February 25, 2025 at 10:49 AM
R (Castellucci) v Gender Recognition Panel [2025] EWCA Civ 167
Appeal on whether Gender Recognition Certificate should record "non binary" when appellant has status recognised in another jurisdiction and on Art 14/8 ECHR.
Appeal dismissed.
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Appeal on whether Gender Recognition Certificate should record "non binary" when appellant has status recognised in another jurisdiction and on Art 14/8 ECHR.
Appeal dismissed.
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R v Michael Amesbury Sentencing Remarks
MP sentenced to 10 weeks' imprisonment for assault.
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MP sentenced to 10 weeks' imprisonment for assault.
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February 25, 2025 at 9:40 AM
R v Michael Amesbury Sentencing Remarks
MP sentenced to 10 weeks' imprisonment for assault.
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MP sentenced to 10 weeks' imprisonment for assault.
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I am surprised to see these comments from the Lady Chief Justice.
The PM’s remarks about the Gaza judgment last week were hardly intemperate.
Moreover, while the Government may well take the view that it should appeal, it is also open to it to change the law.
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The PM’s remarks about the Gaza judgment last week were hardly intemperate.
Moreover, while the Government may well take the view that it should appeal, it is also open to it to change the law.
www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
Britain’s most senior judge launches rare attack on Starmer over migrant remarks
Baroness Sue Carr, the Lady Chief Justice, accuses Prime Minister and Kemi Badenoch of ‘unacceptable’ criticism
www.telegraph.co.uk
February 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
I am surprised to see these comments from the Lady Chief Justice.
The PM’s remarks about the Gaza judgment last week were hardly intemperate.
Moreover, while the Government may well take the view that it should appeal, it is also open to it to change the law.
www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
The PM’s remarks about the Gaza judgment last week were hardly intemperate.
Moreover, while the Government may well take the view that it should appeal, it is also open to it to change the law.
www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
"Last woman hanged in UK should be pardoned, says grandson
"Ruth Ellis was sentenced to death after she shot and murdered her lover outside a pub in 1955"
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"Ruth Ellis was sentenced to death after she shot and murdered her lover outside a pub in 1955"
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Last woman hanged in UK should be pardoned, says grandson
Ruth Ellis was sentenced to death after she shot and murdered her lover outside a pub in 1955
www.telegraph.co.uk
February 17, 2025 at 12:24 PM
"Last woman hanged in UK should be pardoned, says grandson
"Ruth Ellis was sentenced to death after she shot and murdered her lover outside a pub in 1955"
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02...
"Ruth Ellis was sentenced to death after she shot and murdered her lover outside a pub in 1955"
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02...
R v Paolo Barone [2025] EWCA Crim 125
Appeal against conviction for voyeurism or "up skirting" offence
Question of “beneath the clothing” &"not otherwise be visible” elements - given photographs of victim taken not from below
Appeal dismissed
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Appeal against conviction for voyeurism or "up skirting" offence
Question of “beneath the clothing” &"not otherwise be visible” elements - given photographs of victim taken not from below
Appeal dismissed
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February 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM
R v Paolo Barone [2025] EWCA Crim 125
Appeal against conviction for voyeurism or "up skirting" offence
Question of “beneath the clothing” &"not otherwise be visible” elements - given photographs of victim taken not from below
Appeal dismissed
assets.caselaw.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ewca/crim/20...
Appeal against conviction for voyeurism or "up skirting" offence
Question of “beneath the clothing” &"not otherwise be visible” elements - given photographs of victim taken not from below
Appeal dismissed
assets.caselaw.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ewca/crim/20...
Dr Susan Gilby v Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Finding of constructive dismissal after Gilby was subjected to detriments after whistleblowing
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Finding of constructive dismissal after Gilby was subjected to detriments after whistleblowing
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February 15, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Dr Susan Gilby v Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Finding of constructive dismissal after Gilby was subjected to detriments after whistleblowing
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Finding of constructive dismissal after Gilby was subjected to detriments after whistleblowing
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R (Higgs) v Farmor’s School [2025] EWCA Civ 109
Higgs was dismissed from her role at a secondary school after posting messages on gender fluidity and gay marriage.
Court of Appeal finds claimant was unlawfully discriminated against
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Higgs was dismissed from her role at a secondary school after posting messages on gender fluidity and gay marriage.
Court of Appeal finds claimant was unlawfully discriminated against
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February 12, 2025 at 11:16 AM
R (Higgs) v Farmor’s School [2025] EWCA Civ 109
Higgs was dismissed from her role at a secondary school after posting messages on gender fluidity and gay marriage.
Court of Appeal finds claimant was unlawfully discriminated against
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Higgs was dismissed from her role at a secondary school after posting messages on gender fluidity and gay marriage.
Court of Appeal finds claimant was unlawfully discriminated against
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I’ve not read it and Tony and I usually/often/always disagree on the these free speech/protest issues and cases but always very worth a read - very well informed (whoever he is) and with insight. Always good to think, read and reflect - and change position or find it more secure despite…
February 11, 2025 at 5:43 PM
I’ve not read it and Tony and I usually/often/always disagree on the these free speech/protest issues and cases but always very worth a read - very well informed (whoever he is) and with insight. Always good to think, read and reflect - and change position or find it more secure despite…
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After making judicial oversight by the High Court a principal ornament of her Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill to encourage MPs to vote for it at Second Reading, Kim Leadbeater MP now proposes to abandon that provision www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
I’m changing my bill to ensure people have the right to a dignified death – here’s how | Kim Leadbeater
I’ve listened to the evidence, and believe that the new safeguarding process will protect terminally ill people and their families as best as possible, says Kim Leadbeater MP, sponsor of the assisted ...
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February 10, 2025 at 10:53 PM
After making judicial oversight by the High Court a principal ornament of her Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill to encourage MPs to vote for it at Second Reading, Kim Leadbeater MP now proposes to abandon that provision www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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A brilliant case that includes a discussion on whether moths are “vermin” and whether the court retains an equitable discretion to refuse rescission for deceit. I can see this forming the basis of a moot problem.
Patarkatsishvili and another v Woodward-Fisher [2025] EWHC 265 (Ch)
Claim of rescission and damages because of misrepresentation
Bought £32,500,000 house - but claim there was misrepresentation re clothes moths
Claim succeeds
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Claim of rescission and damages because of misrepresentation
Bought £32,500,000 house - but claim there was misrepresentation re clothes moths
Claim succeeds
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February 11, 2025 at 9:26 AM
A brilliant case that includes a discussion on whether moths are “vermin” and whether the court retains an equitable discretion to refuse rescission for deceit. I can see this forming the basis of a moot problem.