This week, the Government announced a delay in the next parliamentary stage of the Public Office (Accountability) Bill in the House of Commons. More commonly known as the Hillsborough Law, this landmark Bill seeks to create a legal duty called “the duty of candour and assistance” for public authorities to cooperate with, and tell the truth to, public inquiries. It is the fulfilment of the Government’s manifesto commitment to provide justice for the families of the
In May, PLP’s CEO Shameem Ahmad gave evidence to the House of Lords Constitution Committee as part of its inquiry into the rule of law. Last month, the committee released the report: Rule of Law: holding the line between anarchy and tyranny. As we come to the end of 2025, we reflect on how we can take steps to protect against the erosion of the rule of law in
In 2025, Public Law Project (PLP) supported a family in successfully challenging NHS charges of over £153,000 for care provided to their baby, B, who was born extremely prematurely. The case raises serious concerns about the way NHS Trusts are applying the NHS Charging Regulations to families protected under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS). PLP is also acting for another family challenging the lawfulness