United Kingdom

Perrin v North Devon District Council - Judicial Review of Planning Permission

The High Court of Justice (Administrative Court) has issued a judgment regarding a judicial review application concerning planning permission granted by North Devon District Council. The case, Perrin v North Devon District Council, involved a challenge to the council's decision to grant permission for residential development.

Family Court Decision: A & Z Re Service Out; MPS; LSPO

The Family Court has issued a decision in the case of A & Z, concerning service out of the jurisdiction and related proceedings. The judgment addresses applications for permission to set aside an order for service by email, applications to stay proceedings, and applications for maintenance pending suit and legal services payment orders.

T (Inherent Jurisdiction: Deprivation of Liberty) - Court of Appeal Case

The Court of Appeal allowed an appeal concerning the inherent jurisdiction and deprivation of liberty for a 17-year-old in local authority care. The case addresses the High Court's authority to authorize such deprivations for vulnerable individuals.

Court of Protection: Nottinghamshire County Council v JW

The Court of Protection has issued a judgment in the case of Nottinghamshire County Council v JW. The court determined that JW has capacity in all material areas of decision-making. This judgment follows a lengthy procedural history and addresses fundamental capacity questions.

Chambi v Aristodemou Guest Supplies Ltd - Unfair Prejudice Petition

The High Court of Justice has issued a judgment in the case of Chambi v Aristodemou & Guest Supplies Intl Ltd. This judgment follows a preliminary issue determined in July 2024 regarding the petitioner's shareholding status. The court has now proceeded to hear the issues of liability and remedy concerning an unfair prejudice petition.

CMA Launches UK Heating Oil Market Study

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the retail supply of heating oil for domestic use. The CMA is inviting views from interested parties by April 8, 2026, with a final report expected by June 2026.

Ofgem Decision: Offshore Transmission Tender Round 9 Excess Recoveries

Ofgem has completed its aggregation exercise for Offshore Transmission Tender Round 9 (TR9), confirming that recoveries exceeded tender costs by £56,012. This decision outlines the process for the repayment of these excess funds.

Energy Consumer Satisfaction Survey: January 2026 Summary

Ofgem has published the summary findings of its January 2026 Energy Consumer Satisfaction Survey. The survey indicates that overall satisfaction with energy suppliers has stabilized at 81%, with customer service satisfaction remaining at an all-time high of 77%. However, satisfaction with the ease of understanding bills and bill delivery timing has decreased.

Ofgem Fines Energy Supplier £525k for Overcharging Customers

Ofgem has fined Farringdon Energy (trading as Champion Energy) £525,000 for serious and persistent mismanagement leading to customer overcharging. A director has agreed to resign. The supplier failed to implement appropriate billing systems, resulting in 159 customers being overcharged a total of £347,717.25.

UKRI Funding for Secure Software Projects

UKRI, through Innovate UK, is offering up to £5 million in grant funding for collaborative projects focused on adopting the government's Software Security Code of Practice. The initiative aims to enhance the security and resilience of software supply chains. UK registered businesses can lead collaborations, which must include at least one UK registered micro, small, or medium-sized enterprise claiming grant funding.