A Lawyer Writes

A Lawyer Writes by Joshua Rozenberg QC (hon) provides legal commentary and analysis on a wide range of topics, including international law, the role of judges, the rule of law, legal challenges facing professionals, government accountability, privacy, human rights conventions, and judiciary reforms. Rozenberg leverages his expertise to offer insights into contemporary legal issues in the UK and beyond.

International Law Judiciary and Lawmaking Rule of Law Legal Professional Challenges Government Accountability Privacy and Ethical Standards in Journalism Human Rights and International Conventions Judiciary Reforms

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Prison warning for Post Office bosses

589 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23

Post Office executives could face imprisonment for failing to hand over documents
Compensation for subpostmasters affected by the Horizon scandal should be fair and not rushed
Concerns about tax liabilities and the need for equal treatment for compensation claimants

Sad, shocking — but not tragic

550 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23

📰 News Media Ethics Investigative Reporting Public Figures

The story of Huw Edwards is sad and shocking, but not tragic.
There was confusion in the media about Huw Edwards' situation and identity.
Privacy laws and ethical standards in journalism play a crucial role in balancing freedom of expression with individual rights.

Police regret anti-monarchy arrests

668 implied HN points • 09 May 23

🌍 World Politics Law enforcement Legislation Protests Civil Liberties

Police expressed regret at making unjustified arrests.
Senior officers apologized to a man arrested from an anti-monarchy group.
New legislation was rushed, causing confusion and unjust arrests.

What Raab did wrong

648 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23

🌍 World Politics Government Corruption Resignation

Dominic Raab resigned due to bullying claims against him.
Raab was found to have acted unlawfully in government.
The situation highlights a lack of talent in high public office.

Hallett talks tough on Boris

530 implied HN points • 29 May 23

🌍 World Politics Government Inquiry Legal action COVID-19 Response National Security

Baroness Hallett demands access to Boris Johnson's diaries and notebooks for Covid-19 inquiry
Johnson argues release of diary entries could breach national security, inquiry lawyers disagree
Inquiry team may take action if Cabinet Office fails to hand over requested materials

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An illegal bill?

550 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23

🌍 World Politics Migration Human Rights International Law Legal system

The Illegal Migration Bill raises questions about its compliance with human rights conventions.
The bill includes provisions that may lead to the UK breaching international law.
The bill allows for the detention of illegal arrivals, but does not block the court's power to grant habeas corpus.

Raab’s reforms wrong, says ex-PM

491 implied HN points • 10 May 23

🌍 World Politics Justice System Government Policy Legal system

Former PM criticizes government proposals for letting minister veto prisoner releases
Concern over the power given to a government minister affecting prisoner releases
Call to reverse policy on IPP prisoners and re-sentencing exercise