AI is revolutionising UK civil litigation, but risks of bias, confirmation bias, and threats to due process raise serious concerns for fairness and justice.
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Imperial College London’s refusal to disclose legal spending under FOIA raises urgent questions about transparency, governance, and accountability.
Written by John Barwell
Discover the key obstacles UK Litigants in Person face and practical strategies to overcome them.
Written by John Barwell
John Robertson’s contempt of court case against a senior security industry figure brings judicial enforcement and regulatory failures into sharp focus.
Written by John Barwell
Jasthi Alom’s case exposes the FCA’s failure to uphold fundamental human rights, leaving it legally vulnerable under the Human Rights Act 1998.
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Whistleblowing platforms claim to offer protection and integrity, but what if they’re just another layer of corporate control?
Written by John Barwell
The ICO’s reluctance to enforce transparency raises critical questions about whether it is protecting information rights or shielding organisations from scrutiny.
Written by John Barwell
The ICO’s refusal to enforce transparency in NHS whistleblowing cases raises serious questions about its role in protecting institutions rather than the public.
Written by John Barwell
When I wrote The Chimp, The Computer, and The LiP, I drew heavily on The Chimp Paradox, a book that explains how emotions and logic collide under pressure. The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene serves a similar purpose—especially for Litigants in Person (LiPs) navigating high-stakes litigation. Legal battles often feel overwhelming due to procedural complexities, tight deadlines, and aggressive opposition. Greene’s insights on power dynamics can help LiPs maintain strategic control without falling into ethical traps. This article explores five of his most relevant “laws,” adapted for self-representation, ensuring compliance with court rules while maximizing tactical advantage.
Written by John Barwell
Paul Millinder, long dismissed as a vexatious litigant, argues he has been unjustly silenced by the UK courts for exposing judicial misconduct and now seeks justice in Hong Kong.