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Leigh Day responds to closure of RoadPeace
Leigh Day’s joint head of personal injury, Sally Moore, and partner David Preston have expressed their “deep shock and sadness” that RoadPeace, the national charity supporting road crash victims, has closed its doors after more than 30 years of “vital work”.
High Court rules that forced labour and exploitation claims against Dyson will be tried next year
A trial against Dyson companies of claims of modern slavery, forced labour and exploitation will take place in April 2027.
High Court hearing for legal challenge against Gatwick Airport second runway
A legal challenge over plans for a second operating runway at Gatwick Airport will be heard in the High Court next week, in a hearing from 20 to 23 January 2026.
Lawyers representing hundreds of McDonald’s workers over allegations of widespread discrimination and harassment say union complaint is justified
Lawyers representing more than 700 current and former McDonald’s workers say a complaint by trade unions alleging the fast-food giant has failed to tackle harassment and discrimination in its UK restaurants and franchises is justified.
Family of Teesside metalworker appeal for help after death from asbestos cancer
The family of a metalworker who worked in Teesside are appealing for help from ex-colleagues after his death from mesothelioma, a cancer primarily caused by asbestos exposure.
Abuse survivor secures civil settlement from Hertfordshire County Council following abuse in foster care
A man has settled a case against Hertfordshire County Council in relation to abuse he suffered while in a foster placement arranged by the local authority in the 1990s.
Advocate for Islington abuse survivors included in New Year Honours
Whistleblower and campaigner Dr Liz Davies has been awarded an OBE for services to child protection.
Coroner warns Transport Secretary and London Mayor automatic tube trains could cause more deaths
Two years after a man died when he was hit by four London Underground trains, a coroner has urged the Transport Secretary and London’s Mayor to take action to prevent further deaths.