Last week members of our planning and environment team joined @rbsolicitors.bsky.social for a roundtable on recent developments in environmental litigation. Read more: https://cornerstonebarristers.com/environmental-litigation-roundtable-with-richard-buxton/

Victoria Osler and Alexander Campbell will be leading a webinar breaking down the statutory framework, tribunal powers, recent case law, and practical strategies for running (and winning) licensing cases.  https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/licensing-tribunals-under-the-housing-act-2004/

Catherine Rowlands is leading an MBL virtual seminar on 20 August covering Housing Disrepair Litigation — from procedure and case allocation to disclosure and common pitfalls. A solid, practical session for anyone handling disrepair cases in‑house or in private practice.

Simon Bell was praised by his client for his “calm countenance” in a recent case heard by Deputy District Judge Evans. Read the full article here: https://cornerstonebarristers.com/simon-bell-wins-case-concerning-procedural-exclusivity-in-judicial-review/ #CornerstoneBarristers #PrivateLaw

Joana Setzer, Cornerstone Barristers will be part of a discussion panel at the LSE/ClientEarth Clinic Presentation: Who Pays for Climate Breakdown? https://f.mtr.cool/bugypjjqlc

Sarah Salmon will be joining sector experts at Devonshires’ event in Cardiff on 31 March 2026 for an in-depth exploration of the Building Safety (Wales) Bill, the latest Building Regulations changes, and the new Welsh Housing Quality Standard requirements. Read more - https://bit.ly/4dMPxo0

New High Court ruling: R (BQO) v City of London [2026] EWHC 687 (Admin) • Functional separation must be implemented, not just documented • Carbon optioneering + whole-life analysis can be key for “avoid demolition” policies Read full case analysis here: cornerstonebarristers.com/high-court-f...

We are proud to share that Jeremy Ogilvie‑Harris has been nominated for Junior Pro Bono Barrister of the Year 2026. A well‑earned recognition of his dedication to access to justice and his impactful pro bono work throughout 2025. #ProBono #AccessToJustice #Barristers #CornerstoneBarristers

Paul Marshall was featured on the British Scandal podcast discussing the Post Office Horizon scandal. 🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://bit.ly/3N53wLd 📖 Read the full article:  https://bit.ly/4su8nV3 #CornerstoneBarristers #PostOfficeScandal #LegalPodcast

Cornerstone’s Estelle Dehon KC, will be a panel speaker at the Public Law and the Planet Conference on 3 March at Great Hall, King's College London discussing 'Domestic courts and climate change: challenges and opportunities'. #publiclaw #climatechange #conference #barristers

Alistair Cantor and Luke Decker will host a free webinar on 30 March 2026 as the implementation of Act on 1 May fast approaches. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_24clKmKETGKbrPfw-A-yoQ#/registration #rentersrights #freewebinar #Act #property #housing #barristers

Ryan Kohli and Lois Lane will be speaking at the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects Forum 2026 on 26 February.   To book, click here. https://www.nsipsforum.co.uk/Agenda #judicialreview #update #barristers #infrastructure

Andrew Lane and Riccardo Calzavara, are hosting a free webinar on 16 March on the 'Housing Act 2004 & the Private Rented Sector – where are we now?'. Register now. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hXQl9gTjS_CoI9oTn9FjMQ#/registration #housingact2004 #property #housing #barristers

We are pleased to welcome Simon Bell to Chambers as a new tenant. Simon is a planning, public & information law barrister with 20+ years’ experience across DCOs, planning inquiries, judicial review, enforcement & major infrastructure projects. ➡️ cornerstonebarristers.com/cornerstone-...

David Lintott acted on this renewed application for permission to bring a claim for judicial review of the Forestry Commission’s decision to screen out an Environmental Impact Assessment. https://bit.ly/4rFTFtX #cornerstonebarristers #judicialreview #environmentalimpactassessment #barrister

On Friday 8 May, Cornerstone Barristers will be represented at the PEBA Annual Conference 2026.  This event is being chaired by Tom Cosgrove KC, while Harriet Townsend KC and Robert Williams will speak in a session. #PEBA #annualconference2026 #planningandenvironment

Jeremy Ogilvie-Harris is representing Nottingham City Council in a seven-day housing benefit appeal in the First-tier Tribunal starting on 2 February 2026.  Read more: https://cornerstonebarristers.com/first-tier-tribunal-considers-supported-accommodation-scheme-in-7-day-trial/

David Lintott acted for the Spelthorne Borough Council. Conjoined appeals against refusal to grant planning permission and enforcement notice dismissed: 26 January 2026. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3ZqFDQV #CornerstoneBarristers #PlanningLaw #GreenBelt

Tom Cosgrove KC and Rowan Clapp are currently appearing in a planning Inquiry on behalf of Babergh District Council considering proposals for a solar farm.  https://cornerstonebarristers.com/land-at-grove-farm-bentley-inquiry-concerning-major-solar-farm-and-heritage-landscape-impacts-in-suffolk/

Read our new article "The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 and Wales: extending protections from discrimination to Welsh contract-holders", by Sarah Salmon and Alistair Cantor. cornerstonebarristers.com/the-renters-... #rentersrights #landlordandtenantlegislation #rentaldiscrimination #rentersrightsact

We are immensely proud to announce that Joint Head of Chambers Robin Green and Joint Head of Planning Robert Williams will both be appointed King’s Counsel. Read more here: cornerstonebarristers.com/double-succe...

Court of Appeal quashes decision to remove low traffic neighbourhood as a breach of the duty requiring London councils to “implement” proposals in their local implementation plan. Jack Parker appeared for the Appellant instructed by @leigh-day.bsky.social. cornerstonebarristers.com/court-of-app...

We are delighted to welcome Andrew Bisbey as our new Senior Clerk, leading our practice management team. Read more about the appointment here: cornerstonebarristers.com/cornerstone-... #PublicLaw

We’re proud to announce new government panel appointments for Chambers. Clare Parry and Sarah Salmon join the Welsh Government A Panel, Alistair Cantor is appointed to the B Panel, and David Welsh becomes Standing Junior Counsel to the Scottish Government.

High Court hands down judgment in Luton Airport expansion challenge. The Claimant was represented by @estelledehon.bsky.social, Ruchi Parekh, and Hannah Taylor, instructed by @leigh-day.bsky.social. Read more here: cornerstonebarristers.com/high-court-h...

📢 Our latest Cornerstone Housing Newsletter is now live! Edited by Sarah Salmon and Tara O'Leary, this edition brings together a rich collection of insights with a strong spotlight on the Renters’ Rights Act and what it means for the housing sector. cornerstonebarristers.com/housing-news...

The Court of Appeal today considers the scope of a London Borough’s duty to implement and retain a traffic scheme as part of the delivery of the Mayor of London’s Transport Strategy. Jack Parker is instructed in this matter by @leigh-day.bsky.social. ➡️ cornerstonebarristers.com/court-of-app...

Ben Du Feu, will be speaking at the Community Infrastructure Levy & s106 Masterclass 2025 on 25 Nov at DWF, London, EC3M 3AG Ben joins the panel discussion on "How do developer contributions fit within wider local planning policy mix?" Learn more: https://bit.ly/490kl2u

The UK Supreme Court has delivered its long-awaited decision in Keir and Daly v HM Advocate - a ruling with major implications for how sexual offence cases are handled in Scotland. The Court found the current approach breaches the right to a fair trial. 1/2

🌎 COP30 opens in Belém, Brazil, with fast-paced progress on delivery: – Loss & Damage fund operational – Adaptation support advancing – New Green Digital Action Hub + AI Climate Institute launched Read our COP30 explainer here: cornerstonebarristers.com/cop30-and-cl...

Stay current with the most significant developments in planning and environmental law from the past 12 months, delivered by Hannah Taylor and Jackson Sirica.  https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #CaseLawUpdate #PlanningLaw #EnvironmentalLaw #LegalInsights #CPD

Cornerstone Barristers' Flagship Planning Day Returns for 2025! Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the field and gain unparalleled insights.  https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cornerstonebarristers/1776469 #PlanningLaw #EnvironmentalLaw #PropertyLaw #CornerstonePlanningDay

Cornerstone Barristers' Flagship Planning Day Returns for 2025! Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the field and gain unparalleled insights.  https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cornerstonebarristers/1776469 #PlanningLaw #EnvironmentalLaw #PropertyLaw #CornerstonePlanningDay

Development & Nature: Navigating a Whirlwind Year of Change! 🌪️🌳 The relationship between development and the natural environment has never been more complex. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #EnvironmentalLaw #PlanningLaw #BiodiversityNetGain #BNG #NutrientNeutrality

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Nick White, Principal Adviser for Biodiversity Net Gain, will deliver a keynote speech at our Planning Day! https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #PlanningDay #BiodiversityNetGain #BNG #KeynoteSpeaker #EnvironmentalPolicy #UKPlanning

Public awareness of our inadequate sewerage infrastructure is at an all-time high, compounded by the effects of climate change. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #SustainableDrainage #SewerageInfrastructure #PlanningLaw #ClimateChange #FloodRisk #NPPF #PlanningAppeals

Upcoming Seminar: Section 204 (Homelessness) Appeals – The Suitability of Accommodation To book, click the link below. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/suitability-of-part-7-offers-of-accommodation-a-panel-discussion/ #HousingLaw #Homelessness #LegalSeminar #Lawyers #LocalAuthority #LegalAid

Grey Belt: One Year On - Has the NPPF Shifted the Landscape? 🌳Join Edward Grant and Emma Dring as they discuss the impact one year later. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #GreyBelt #NPPF #PlanningLaw #GreenBelt #PlanningAppeals

Delays continue to challenge the planning and development sector. What are the key factors slowing down projects, and crucially, how can we overcome them? https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #PlanningDelays #HousingDelivery #NutrientNeutrality #AffordableHousing #UKPlanning

Ben Du Feu, will be speaking at the Community Infrastructure Levy & s106 Masterclass 2025 on 25 Nov at DWF, London, EC3M 3AG Ben joins the panel discussion on "How do developer contributions fit within wider local planning policy mix?" Learn more: https://bit.ly/490kl2u

Don't miss this essential session focusing on the practical challenges of bringing renewable energy projects to fruition. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #RenewableEnergy #GridConnection #PlanningLaw #Infrastructure #UKLaw

Don't miss this presentation exploring the crucial legislative and policy reforms to the DCO decision-making process with Cornerstone Barristers' Michael Bedford KC and Ruchi Parekh. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #NSIPs #DCO #PlanningReform #InfrastructureLaw

Stay current with the most significant developments in planning and environmental law from the past 12 months, delivered by Hannah Taylor and Jackson Sirica.  https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #CaseLawUpdate #PlanningLaw #EnvironmentalLaw #LegalInsights #CPD

Cornerstone Barristers’ Andrew Lane will be speaking at the Annual Fraud Conference 2025, hosted by Oxford Investigation Service at Oxford Town Hall on Thursday 20 November. For the full agenda, visit - https://www.oxfordinvestigationservice.co.uk/annual-fraud-conference-2025-2-1

Cornerstone Barristers' Flagship Planning Day Returns for 2025! Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the field and gain unparalleled insights.  https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cornerstonebarristers/1776469 #PlanningLaw #EnvironmentalLaw #PropertyLaw #CornerstonePlanningDay

Development & Nature: Navigating a Whirlwind Year of Change! 🌪️🌳 The relationship between development and the natural environment has never been more complex. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #EnvironmentalLaw #PlanningLaw #BiodiversityNetGain #BNG #NutrientNeutrality

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Nick White, Principal Adviser for Biodiversity Net Gain, will deliver a keynote speech at our Planning Day! https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #PlanningDay #BiodiversityNetGain #BNG #KeynoteSpeaker #EnvironmentalPolicy #UKPlanning

Congratulations to Sarah Salmon and Ryan Kohli, who have been appointed our new heads of public law.  https://cornerstonebarristers.com/cornerstone-barristers-is-pleased-to-announce-the-appointment-of-ryan-kohli-and-sarah-salmon-as-the-new-heads-of-public-law/ #publiclaw #barrister

Public awareness of our inadequate sewerage infrastructure is at an all-time high, compounded by the effects of climate change. https://cornerstonebarristers.com/event/planning-day-2025/ #SustainableDrainage #SewerageInfrastructure #PlanningLaw #ClimateChange #FloodRisk #NPPF #PlanningAppeals

Today the Supreme Court issued its judgment in C.G. Fry & Son v SoS LUHC & Somerset Council on the reach of the Habitats Regulations and Ramsar protection, which arose in the context of Natural England’s nutrient neutrality advice.