Oliver Saxby KC appointed Circuit Judge
We are very pleased to congratulate Oliver Saxby KC on his recent appointment as a Circuit Judge. Her Late Majesty The Queen appointed Oliver...
Jessica Foxwell joins Chambers following successful completion of pupillage
Chambers is pleased to welcome Jessica Foxwell who joins us following the successful completion of her pupillage. During her pupillage year, Jessica gained experience...
Steven Walker KC admitted to Thailand Arbitration Center Panel of Arbitrators
Steven Walker KC has been admitted to the Thailand Arbitration Center (THAC) Panel of Arbitrators. The Thailand Arbitration Center is located in the heart...
The Royal Proclamation
Chambers very sadly notes the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. Our sympathies are with members of the Royal Family at this time. In...
Environmental Law News Update
In this latest Environmental Law News Update, Charles Morgan, Brendon Moorhouse and Natasha Hausdorff consider DEFRA's plan for storm overflows, water discharge permits in the Hinkley C Appeal, and how companies can improve their ESG data for effective decision-making.
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators publishes International Economic Sanctions paper by Steven Walker QC
Steven Walker QC and Prof Steve Ngo have written a paper on the impact and effects of international economic sanctions on arbitration. In today’s...
Environmental Law News Update
In this latest Environmental Law News Update, Charles Morgan, Gordon Wignall and Christopher Badger consider toxic algae in Lake Windermere, challenging an environmental regulatory notice by way of a judicial review rather than statutory appeal and, two recent Environment Agency enforcement cases.
Simon Taylor QC appointed Circuit Judge
We are very pleased to congratulate Simon Taylor QC on his recent appointment as a Circuit Judge.
Environmental Law News Update
In this latest Environmental Law News Update, Christopher Badger considers a review by DEFRA of the OEP, the publication of a Strategic Framework for a net zero energy system and an Interpol report on organised crime and links to pollution crime.
Simon Taylor QC and Daniel Stevenson prosecute murder of vulnerable man killed by two persons who called him ‘Dad’
Simon Taylor QC and Daniel Stevenson were instructed by the Crown Prosecution Service in the prosecution of two defendants
Steven Walker QC appointed to the roster of Arbitrators of the Thai Arbitration Institute
There are only three British Silks on the roster.
Environmental Law News Update
In this latest Environmental Law News Update, Charles Morgan, Gordon Wignall and Nicholas Ostrowski consider the measures being undertaken by the government and water companies to mitigate the effects of drought in the UK, a report into global trends in climate change litigation, and a successful challenge to the government’s net zero strategy.
Planning Inquiry Training – Anne Williams and Angelica Rokad
Six Pump Court are pleased to offer planning inquiry training to prospective parties involved in a planning appeal.
International arbitration book launch for Steven Walker QC
Steven Walker QC and Professor Steve Ngo have co-written a chapter on ‘Arbitration in the Energy & Mining Industry’
Charles Morgan and Nicholas Ostrowski appointed to advise the Office for Environmental Protection
Charles Morgan and Nicholas Ostrowski have been appointed as external counsel advising the Office for Environmental Protection in an investigation under section 33 of the Environment Act 2021.
Environmental Law News Podcast – July 2022
In this podcast produced by Lexis PSL, Christopher Badger and Mark Davies look at recent planning decisions concerning exploratory digging for fracking; the Office for Environmental Protection’s (OEP) strategy and enforcement policy; and the Environment Agency’s (EA) Regulatory Statement.
Environment Act 2021: Text, Guide and Analysis: new book published
Christopher Badger is the co-author of a new book on the new Environment Act.
Important judgment by the Court of Appeal on the scope of nuisance claims for water pollution
The Court of Appeal recently handed down judgment in Manchester Ship Canal Company Limited v United Utilities Water Limited [2022] EWCA Civ 852
Legal 500 Bar Awards 2022 – Six Pump Court receives nominations in four categories
Chambers is delighted to announce four nominations at the Legal 500 UK Bar Awards 2022.
Emin Kandola secures acquittal in ‘Haymaker’ punch causing grievous bodily harm case
Emin Kandola has secured the acquittal of a man charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm (Section 18).