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BHP says quarter of £36bn dam claims could be dropped

Law360, London: BHP told a London court on 3 July 2025 that more than a quarter of claimants suing it in a £36bn case over Brazil's worst environmental disaster have moved to waive their claims by taking part in a compensation scheme.

CPRC launches consultation on electronic service modernisation for CPR 6 and CPR PD 6A

The Civil Procedure Rule Committee (CPRC) has launched a consultation on proposed amendments to the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), focusing on modernising service of documents. The consultation proposes two key changes to CPR 6 and CPR PD 6A: first, requiring legal representatives who have confirmed their authority to accept service on behalf of a client to accept service by electronic means without needing further consent; and second, removing fax as a primary method of electronic service, reflecting the widespread use of email. The consultation closes on 12 September 2025.

Judge’s case to shine light on secretive selection process

Law360, London: A judge's challenge on 2 July 2025 to the lawfulness of a secretive process used to appoint judges will shine a light on part of the UK legal system that is often criticised but largely opaque.

UK Supreme Court publishes podcast featuring insights from Judicial Assistants

The UK Supreme Court has published a new podcast featuring two of its Judicial Assistants (JAs) discussing their work at the court. The podcast explores the JAs' daily responsibilities, including conducting legal research, drafting bench memoranda for permission to appeal applications and preparing press summaries. It also covers their experiences meeting US Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch during their annual visit to Washington. The content aims to provide listeners with behind-the-scenes insights into the operations of the UK's highest court.

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