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Climate change is a public law issue

Ahead of our upcoming ‘Public Law and the Planet’ conference on Tuesday 3 March 2026, PLP is turning its focus to the global fight against climate change and why public law is one of the most powerful tools we have to challenge environmental injustice and defend the rights of communities on the frontline. PLP’s CEO Jamie Peters explores this below. Climate change isn’t just an environmental issue. It’s a public law

9 Feb 2026

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PLP helps family overturn £153,000 hospital bill

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

11 Dec 2025

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Widower devastated by Supreme Court ruling on Bereavement Support

“This is a dark day for anyone like me, who wants the memory of their loved one to be respected and valued equally.” – Widower, Daniel Jwanczuk responds to the ruling

20 Nov 2025

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Our Annual Conference: Strengthening the Constitution

PLP’s Interim CEO, Jamie Peters, delivered this speech to delegates at PLP’s Annual Conference 2025: Strengthening the Constitution

16 Oct 2025

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Welcome to Interim CEO, Jamie Peters

PLP announces the appointment of Jamie Peters as Interim CEO during Shameem Ahmad’s parental leave.

2 Oct 2025

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