United Kingdom: Constitutional & Administrative Law

Central government is proposing a six-month implementation window for public authorities to comply with the Code of Ethical Conduct requirements under the Public Office (Accountability) Bill, commonly known as Hillsborough Law. With Royal Assent expected in late 2026 or early 2027, authorities face significant pressure to review existing codes, secure governance approvals, and embed cultural changes across their organizations. The question is whether this timeline is realistic given the scope of work requir

The UK government is consulting on making prenuptial and postnuptial agreements legally binding through Qualifying Nuptial Agreements (QNAs), marking a significant shift from their current influential but non-binding status. While the proposal emphasizes personal autonomy and includes safeguards like independent legal advice and financial disclosure, critical questions remain about how 'needs' will be defined...

Browne Jacobson's response to the government's EOTAS consultation raises fundamental concerns about proposed reforms to education provision for children unable to attend mainstream settings. The firm challenges key aspects including the removal of Tribunal appeal rights, unclear funding mechanisms, and the transfer of commissioning responsibilities to schools without adequate financial support. Will the proposed framework adequately protect vulnerable children, or does it risk creating new gaps in accountab