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High Court rules Somerset Council tax reduction scheme unlawful in significant victory for disabled resident
The High Court has ruled in favour of Somerset resident Andy Mitchell in his judicial review challenge to Somerset Council’s council tax reduction scheme.
Leigh Day recognised in The Times Best Law Firms UK 2027
Leigh Day has been recognised in The Times Best Law Firms UK 2027, a list highlighting firms commended by fellow solicitors and barristers for their work.
Manchester hospital admits failings led to stillborn baby death
St Mary’s Hospital in Manchester has admitted that failings in its antenatal care for a pregnant woman, who we have called Yasmin, who experienced reduced fetal movement which resulted in the stillbirth of her first baby, a girl who we have called Aisha.
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