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Local News · Golders GreenHampstead Heath cafe tenants can challenge lease decision
Tenants of cafes on Hampstead Heath have been granted permission by the High Court to challenge a decision that awarded their leases to Daisy Green. Hoxton Beach, the current tenants, argue the retendering process was unfair. The City of London Corporation maintains its process was lawful.
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Woman Fined £30,000 for Fabricating Pregnancies
A woman has been found to have fabricated pregnancies and the existence of two children, deceiving her former partner over two years. She received approximately £30,000 from him after claiming to have sold the non-existent babies for £500. The judge could not determine her motive but noted financial fraud as a possibility.
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Simon Cowell faces High Court claim over £100,000 napkin deal dispute
Television executive Simon Cowell is being sued in the High Court over an alleged napkin agreement. Business adviser Ian Rosenblatt claims he is owed a percentage of a 2025 deal, or £100,000 in damages, after Cowell failed to pay an invoice. Cowell has not yet filed a defence.
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WorldHigh Court rejects challenge to Chinese embassy at Royal Mint site
The High Court has dismissed a legal challenge by the Royal Mint Court Residents' Association against planning permission for a Chinese embassy in London. Judges ruled the government had properly considered concerns over espionage and safety, including fire risks and diplomatic immunity.
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WorldDuke of Sussex and others await High Court costs ruling
The Duke of Sussex and six other high-profile individuals are awaiting a High Court decision on the initial legal costs they must pay to Associated Newspapers Limited after their failed unlawful information-gathering case. The publisher's total costs exceed £34 million.
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Wolfoo Videos Ordered Removed Over Peppa Pig Audio
All Wolfoo videos must be taken down from platforms like YouTube following a copyright infringement ruling. A High Court judge found extensive copying of Peppa Pig audio in 92 English-language Wolfoo videos. The decision applies globally.
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WorldTfL seeks up to £1bn from car makers over Ulez non‑payment
Transport for London is pursuing a potential £1bn legal action against car manufacturers, alleging that certain diesel vehicles were falsely represented as compliant with the ultra‑low emission zone rules, allowing them to avoid the £12.50 daily charge. A High Court hearing this week said the claim will be stayed while owners’ separate cases proceed.
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WorldDuke of Sussex's case against Daily Mail publisher to return to court
The Duke of Sussex and six other high-profile figures saw their claims against Associated Newspapers dismissed in July. A two-day hearing this week will consider legal costs exceeding £50 million and whether any will appeal.
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