Government

Government Delays on Specialist Rape Courts Prompt Concern Over Lawyer Shortage and Case Backlog

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Plans to establish numerous specialized rape courts in England and Wales have been suspended, amid a significant backlog of cases and a shortage of lawyers that are willing and prepared to tackle these intricate legal battles. This backtrack comes despite the Labour government’s commitment, during their election campaign, to fast-track rape cases using underutilized spaces within crown court premises to ease the growing wait times faced by victims. The initiative, which promised to expedite the proceedings of rape cases through specialized courts at every crown court location across the region, was positioned as a critical … Read more

Canadian Immigration Lawyer Advocates for Overhaul as Government Curbs Border ‘Flagpoling’ to Ease Processing Delays

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Windsor, Ontario — A decision by the Canadian federal government to restrict the practice known as flagpoling, where individuals exit and re-enter the country quickly to expedite immigration processes, has been met with approval from local immigration attorney Eddie Kadri. Kadri advocated for these changes and expressed his views on further necessary reforms to streamline immigration procedures. Kadri, who has practiced law for approximately two decades, emphasized that while the government’s action was commendable, it was also crucial to address the prolonged processing times that often drive immigrants to resort to flagpoling. He pointed out … Read more

How ‘Administrative Law’ Could Make or Break Trump’s Government Reform Agenda

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While the term “administrative law” may not instantly engage the imagination, it is increasingly viewed as a vital arena capable of shaping the success or failure of former President Donald Trump’s ambitious plans for restructuring federal governance. At the heart of these efforts lies a complex legal system that governs the operations of government agencies and their interactions with the public. Administrative law is integral in determining how policies are implemented and how public administration is conducted. It largely dictates the procedures by which regulations are enforced, providing a framework that could either streamline or … Read more

President Biden Signs Bipartisan Funding Bill, Averting Government Shutdown Amid Holiday Season

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Washington, D.C. — In a crucial move before the holidays, President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan budget bill that prevents a potential government shutdown, just as Congress seemed on the brink of chaos following opposition from President-elect Donald Trump. The newly signed legislation ensures government operations can extend through mid-March, providing relief to many as the year draws to a close. This development followed intense negotiations and last-minute deal-making in Congress, reflecting a strenuous compromise between Democrats and Republicans. The bill, which neither sides found entirely satisfactory, was eventually passed in the Senate with … Read more