Would Hugh believe it?
Some details in the legal themes of BBC’s mini-series Roadkill will predictably bristle.
Internal injuries
Still no news on Lord Keen of Elie’s replacement as Ministry of Justice spokesperson in the lords.
Listen and learn
Congratulations to Oswestry solicitor Richard Hughes, who is retiring from the profession after 48 years.
Perils of absent body of evidence
News that a man thought to have been killed had been found hiding in a wood is a reminder of the dangers of going to trial in murder cases without a body.
Memory lane 19 October 2020
A stroll down Gazette memory lane.
GREAT expectations dashed
Lobby group The CityUK holds its national conference next month. We’re a little perplexed by the legal services lineup.
Year of the dragon
Wales proved during the pandemic that it was perfectly capable of doing things on its own, says Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd.
Online literary festival has a happy ending
Thanks to North Yorkshire firm Raworths, Harrogate’s annual literature festival is going ahead online and free of charge.
A substantial meal? Try pickles and beetroot to stay legal
The 1965 ruling in Timmis v Millman may help pubs weather the latest lockdowns.
No reference to the perils of cash
It is probably a disciplinary offence not to take references from a prospective employee. Back in the 1960s it could merely be expensive.
Big flipper
Legal community mobilises itself in creative ways to raise funds for free legal support.
Peaky Rinder
Charity Shelter appoints criminal barrister Robert Rinder to be its first ‘legal services ambassador’.
Taking the plunge for justice
Law student swims 50 lengths - in a mermaid's fin.
Memory lane 5 October 2020
A stroll down Gazette memory lane.
No contempt for Sir Harold
Former editor of The Sunday Times deserves credit for helping clarify contempt of court laws.
Birdie song
Entertaining exchanges continue between firms representing veteran rockers and actor Bill Murray’s golf company.
On the job hunt for POW towel
When Brougham’s towel - marked with his prisoner of war number - disappeared, all work stopped until it was recovered.
Having your square roots done
Equation featured on Gazette cover creates a lively discussion.
Kids’ stuff in court
Lowry Theatre in Salford - currently a Nightingale court - still expects to put on a live showing of The Gruffalo in December.
Going the distance on Tour
Solicitors and barristers will take part in Breast Cancer Now’s annual week-long charity cycle race, Tour de Law.
