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Belgium Bans Muslim Burqa

Belgium Bans Muslim Burqa - 30 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
Belgium is the first European country to enforce a nationwide ban on Muslim clothing. ...
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Counterfeits Destroyed If Not Defended

Counterfeits Destroyed If Not Defended - 26 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
Goods brought to the UK suspected of being counterfeit may be destroyed if the importer fails to...
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Register by 5pm Today To Vote

Register by 5pm Today To Vote - 20 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
The deadline to register to vote and add your name to the list of electors is at 5pm today. In...
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5 Year Old Consulted in Court Case

5 Year Old Consulted in Court Case - 16 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
A five year old girl has made a legal first by being asked in a custody case which parent she...
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Mephedrone Banned

Mephedrone Banned - 14 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
From Friday 16th April 2010 the party drug mephedrone will become illegal in England and Wales....
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Electronic Motor Insurance Certificates Given Go Ahead

Electronic Motor Insurance Certificates Given Go Ahead - 12 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
From Friday 30th April 2010, motoring will be updated as drivers will be able to receive their...
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Digital Economy Bill Passed by House of Commons

Digital Economy Bill Passed by House of Commons - 09 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
The House of Commons passed the Digital Economy Bill yesterday. The purpose of the Bill was to...
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Drink Promotions Banned in Bid to Prevent Crime

Drink Promotions Banned in Bid to Prevent Crime - 06 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
Alcohol promotions and competitions that encourage excessive alcohol consumption have been banned...
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Barrister’s Wife Awarded Lump Sum 25 Years After Divorce

Barrister’s Wife Awarded Lump Sum 25 Years After Divorce - 01 April 2010

by Katy Murcutt - Paralegal
The ex-wife of a successful barrister was awarded a lump sum of £215,000 yesterday,...
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