Overhaul of the driving test could see an end to the three point turn
The Government are currently drawing up new plans to overhaul the driving test in an attempt to increase the pass rate and make the test more reflective of real-life driving. Around 1,000 learner drivers will be asked to trial the new practical exam which will include the following changes: The independent driving section will…
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Legal threat is key to facilitating flight delay payouts
It’s a sad state of affairs, and it hasn’t come as a surprise to us, but as pointed out by the Sunday Times this weekend, more often than not, airlines need the threat of legal action in order to pay the flight delay payouts that travellers deserve. Airlines must now pay for delays of three…
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General Sir Nicholas Carter, Army Head, addresses issues of bullying and Harassment
General Sir Nicholas Carter, head of the British Army, has launched a new code of conduct to address the issues of bullying and sexual harassment within the force advising that a “no tolerance” message must be sent against prejudice. In a survey commissioned by the army involving 7,000 soldiers, it was found that 13% of…
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Allen v Jet2.com Limited – further delay by airlines
Background Under EU Regulation 261/2004 passengers are entitled to compensation of up to 600 Euros for any flight which is delayed for 3 hours or more. An available defence for the airlines is if the delay was caused by extraordinary circumstances. There is, however, no definition in the regulations of what an extraordinary circumstance…
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Periscope Broadcast: Whistleblowing
Following on from our first successful Periscope session, we recorded another on Whistleblowing. Nicola Williams took to the airwaves to explain in basic terms what Whsitleblowing is and also tackled a couple of related questions from our social media followers. If you want to see us answer any of your legal questions Live, then please…
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Oakwood Solicitors – Total Legal Care (TLC) Package
Oakwood Solicitors have developed their fixed fee commercial employment law service to help clients focus on their core activities whilst we take care of their employment legal services work. Under this cost efficient service clients have access to a dedicated, single point of contact, and access to up to the minute, comprehensive legal advice. We…
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September Strikes to bring Shade to your Summer Sun
Many holidaymakers are expected to be affected by Spanish Airport strikes this September. These strikes are expected to cause significant delays to many airlines travelling across Europe. The strikes are scheduled to take place at some of Spain’s largest airports including Madrid, Barcelona, Alicante, Malaga and Palma, Majorca. To add another black cloud to your…
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Reaction to Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) statement after the Shoreham air crash
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) do an amazing job in the UK, and should be rightly proud of the recent ruling that means airlines like Ryanair, Jet2, Aer Lingus and Wizz Air etc now must offer customers better support in the event of delayed and cancelled flights (situations which are seemingly more and more common).…
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Are times a-changing for airlines paying flight delay claims? Ask Ryanair!
The Regulation that allows passengers to apply for flight delay claims compensation after experiencing a flight cancellation, or are delayed in arriving at their destination by three hours or more, is in place to afford a high level of protection to consumers. In a landmark ruling, the Courts have once again held in favour…
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