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Lawyers for motorists seek permission to appeal Dieselgate trial judgment

Lawyers representing motorists at the Dieselgate trial will seek permission to appeal the trial judgment at a High Court hearing from 7-8 October 2026

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Personal injury Environment PFAS Pollution

Testing reveals significant levels of PFAS chemicals in Thornton Cleveleys residents' blood

Blood testing on residents of Thornton Cleveleys living near a large chemical factory has revealed increased levels of PFOA in their blood. If you live in the area, or believe you may have been impacted by PFAS exposure, and would like to speak to our team about the investigation, you can get in touch.

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Human rights London

Trans group seeks to intervene in decision to allow trans people to use Hampstead Heath ponds

The trans led advocacy organisation TransLucent is seeking permission to intervene in a judicial review being brought against the City of London Corporation (CLC) over its decision to keep Hampstead Heath bathing ponds in north London trans-inclusive.

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