Imperial College London’s refusal to disclose legal spending under FOIA raises urgent questions about transparency, governance, and accountability.
Written by John Barwell
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Whistleblowing platforms claim to offer protection and integrity, but what if they’re just another layer of corporate control?
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The ICO’s reluctance to enforce transparency raises critical questions about whether it is protecting information rights or shielding organisations from scrutiny.
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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.
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Wakeling’s decades-long fight reveals deep-rooted institutional failings in planning and regulatory oversight.
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In an era where justice is increasingly elusive, a disturbing trend has emerged—not from misguided litigants in person (LiPs), but from the legal teams representing powerful respondents.
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The UK’s whistleblowing laws are outdated, leaving many workers unprotected. The Office of the Whistleblower Bill aims to fix this with independent enforcement, regulatory penalties, and stronger safeguards.
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Is Capsticks weaponising legal loopholes to silence whistleblowers before their claims are heard?
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A landmark ruling and new legislation signal pivotal changes for whistleblowers in the UK.
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A comprehensive look at UK whistleblowing reforms, the proposed Office of the Whistleblower, and efforts to hold regulators accountable.