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Leigh Day shortlisted for Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards 2026
Leigh Day has been nominated in several categories at the upcoming Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards in 2026.
Leading consumer lawyer warns UK households may still be using potentially dangerous tumble dryers following recall
A leading consumer lawyer has warned that many households may still be using potentially dangerous heat pump tumble dryers after a regulator issued a warning for tens of thousands of people with the appliances.
Failures admitted by Croydon Health Service NHS Trust after infection spread left woman needing surgery
A woman has received a five-figure settlement from Croydon Health Services NHS Trust after it admitted failing for months to properly treat a diabetic foot ulcer.
Inquests opened into the deaths of six St Luke’s care home residents
Six inquests have been opened into the deaths of residents at St Luke’s care home run by Halton Borough Council, in Runcorn between late 2022 and 2023.
Leigh Day partner Jamie Beagent has signed an annual open letter marking Human Rights Day
The UDHR, published in 1948, set out for the first time the fundamental human rights that should be universally protected. These rights were subsequently solidified by the Council of Europe at its inaugural European Convention on Human Rights.
NHS maternity failings exposed again in Baroness Amos’ initial National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation report
Leigh Day medical negligence lawyer Sanja Strkljevic has responded to the initial findings published by Baroness Valerie Amos as part of the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation (NMNI).
Trans led advocacy group responds to NHS Fife changing room tribunal judgment
TransLucent, a trans led advocacy organisation given permission to intervene in the case of Sandie Peggie -v- Fife Health Board and another, has responded to the judgment.
Dorset family receive six-figure settlement from Poole Hospital trust following retired porter’s death from asbestos-related cancer
The family of retired Poole Hospital porter Geoffrey King, have received a six-figure settlement following his death from asbestos related cancer.
Woman suffers stillbirth of daughter after her vital signs were not checked for nine hours - despite repeated calls for help and pain relief
A six-figure settlement has been secured on behalf of a woman who suffered a stillbirth at the Royal Free Hospital in London, after a failure to monitor her vital signs or notice clear indicators of fetal distress during labour.
High Court to hear arguments for legal challenge to Sizewell C plans
The High Court will hear arguments for a legal challenge opposing plans for the Sizewell C nuclear power station, brought by campaign group Together Against Sizewell C.
Zimbabwean survivor of John Smyth abuse who is suing Church of England, speaks out in Channel 4 documentary See No Evil
A Zimbabwean man who is suing the Church of England over sadistic abuse he suffered at the hands of John Smyth will share his story in an exclusive documentary to be broadcast on Channel 4 this week.
Campaigners considering appeal after High Court ruling upholding plans for Luton Airport expansion
Campaigners are considering appealing a ruling by the High Court that upheld the Transport Secretary’s decision to green light plans for the expansion of Luton Airport.