Transparency in the Family Courts: What’s Changing in 2025 and Why It Matters
The family courts in England and Wales have long operated behind closed doors, primarily to protect the privacy of children and vulnerable adults. But this protective approach has often led to criticism—especially around a perceived lack of accountability, inconsistency in decisions, and public misunderstanding of how the system works. In response to mounting pressure from […]
Family Law in the Digital Age: Remote Hearings and Online Justice in 2025
The digital transformation of the UK’s family court system—accelerated by necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic—continues to evolve in 2025. With court backlogs, limited resources, and changing expectations about accessibility, the judiciary is increasingly embracing technology as a long-term solution rather than a temporary fix. Remote hearings, digital case management tools, and online filing systems are […]
No-Fault Divorce in 2025: How the Landscape of Separation is Changing in the UK
Divorce in England and Wales has undergone a quiet but transformative shift since the introduction of the no-fault divorce regime. Although the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 came into effect on 6 April 2022, its practical consequences are only now being fully felt by the legal system and the families who pass through it. […]
Family Law Developments in 2025: Responding to Social and Technological Change
As society continues to evolve, so too does the legal framework that governs family life in the UK. In 2025, family law is undergoing important developments shaped by shifting social norms, digital innovation, and increasing pressure on courts to modernise. From the growing use of technology in family proceedings to the recognition of diverse family […]
UK Implements Key Changes to Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPCs) Under Windsor Framework
Effective 1 January 2025, the United Kingdom has enacted significant reforms to its Supplementary Protection Certificate (SPC) regime for medicinal products, aligning with the provisions of the Windsor Framework. These changes aim to streamline the regulatory landscape post-Brexit and ensure the uninterrupted supply of medicines across the UK, including Northern Ireland. Overview of the […]
UK Supreme Court to Decide on AI Patentability in Emotional Perception Case
The UK Supreme Court is set to hear a pivotal case that could redefine the boundaries of patent law concerning artificial intelligence (AI). The case, Emotional Perception AI Ltd v Comptroller-General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks, centers on whether AI systems, specifically those utilizing artificial neural networks (ANNs), can be patented under UK law. […]
Getty Images v. Stability AI: A Landmark UK Case Poised to Redefine AI and Copyright Law
In a pivotal legal battle set to unfold this summer, the UK High Court will hear Getty Images v. Stability AI, a case that could significantly shape how artificial intelligence (AI) development is treated under UK copyright law. The Core Dispute Getty Images, a leading global visual content provider, is suing Stability AI, […]
UK Government’s AI Copyright Plans Face Growing Backlash from Creative Sector
The UK government is facing mounting criticism from leading figures in the creative industries over proposed reforms to copyright law that aim to support artificial intelligence (AI) development. Following a recent public consultation on “Copyright and Artificial Intelligence,” the government outlined its preferred approach: allowing AI developers to use copyrighted materials for training datasets under […]
Right to Work Scheme to Expand Under Immigration Bill Reform
The UK government has introduced a clause to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill which would expand the scope of the right to work regime. If passed, the changes would require employers and other businesses to carry out right to work checks for individuals engaged under a broader range of working arrangements, including: […]