Promoting access to justice, upholding the rule of law, ensuring fair systemshttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mlpx4pi4ts2kToday's King's Speech is an opportunity to set out fair, inclusive policies that offer genuine solutions to some of today's most pressing issues. In our new blog, PLP calls for asylum and AI legislation that strengthens fairness, accountability and rights: https://publiclawproject.org.uk/blog/here-we-go-again-three-things-plp-wants-to-see-in-starmers-kings-speech/13 May 2026 09:04 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlpx4pi4ts2khttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mlpvaex5ks2h📢 Closing this Sunday! We're hiring a Senior Communications Officer to support and build PLP's external profile and audience engagement! Deadline for application: Sunday 17 May, 11.59pm Apply now: lnkd.in/erNCQiAA13 May 2026 08:31 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlpvaex5ks2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mkrydp4lvc2l📢 We are hiring! We're looking for a Senior Communications Officer to support and build PLP's external profile and audience engagement! Deadline: Sunday 17 May, 11.59pm Apply on our website: lnkd.in/erNCQiAA01 May 2026 11:06 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkrydp4lvc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mkpceoouuc2sOur one-day, in-person 'How to do judicial review' course is coming up soon! It covers the fundamentals of judicial review, from core principles and grounds to the practical steps involved in bringing a claim. With Linklaters and Blackstone Chambers. https://publiclawproject.org.uk/events/how-to-do-judicial-review-may-2026-in-person/30 Apr 2026 09:28 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpceoouuc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mkkbiee5s22x📢Join our new Advocacy and public law in the tribunal series during 3 to 11 June for insights on the SEND, welfare benefits, immigration and asylum, and the information tribunals. More details and book here: shorturl.at/uYLZF https://shorturl.at/uYLZF28 Apr 2026 09:29 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkkbiee5s22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mk3mrsfr2s24How do the stories we tell and the laws we write intersect to reshape the boundaries of climate justice? 🌎 This Earth Day, we explore the ever-changing and dynamic relationship between narrative building and legal action to effect change. https://publiclawproject.org.uk/blog/framing-a-crisis-how-language-and-law-shape-each-other-in-climate-justice/22 Apr 2026 13:41 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3mrsfr2s24https://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mjofqdpi7s2c1/3 Following recent reporting on LGBTQI+ asylum claims, we share the concerns highlighted by @rainbowmigration.bsky.social. "The asylum system is hostile and complex, and particularly difficult for LGBTQI+ people... https://www.rainbowmigration.org.uk/news/behaviour-by-a-small-number-of-bad-faith-actors-does-not-reflect-the-reality-of-lgbtqi-people-seeking-asylum/17 Apr 2026 07:30 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjofqdpi7s2chttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mj4uyzdjk22b📅 On Tuesday 9 June, we welcome you to join PLP for the annual London #LegalWalk – a 10km walk supporting free legal advice charities in the UK. Since the walk began 22 years ago, it has raised £12.5 million in support of vital access to justice. Join us: https://publiclawproject.org.uk/support-us/london-legal-walk/10 Apr 2026 08:15 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj4uyzdjk22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mj2iqgmbtk22📢 We are hiring! We're looking for a Public Affairs Manager to help lead and shape our advocacy and influencing work at a critical time! Deadline: Monday 27 April, 11.59pm Apply on our website: lnkd.in/eqGwVaXj.09 Apr 2026 09:31 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj2iqgmbtk22https://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mhqd4xnci22pWhat does it take to design policy that is genuinely fair? In our latest blog, we explore key principles for better policymaking and why getting it right matters. To go deeper, join our webinar series which kicks off tomorrow! There’s still time to join 👉 https://publiclawproject.org.uk/latest/three-ways-to-make-policy-fairer-by-design/23 Mar 2026 14:58 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhqd4xnci22phttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mhdn5k342k2r🚨Join us at How to do judicial review (JR) Tuesday 19 May | 09:30–17:30 | Linklaters One-day, in-person training with PLP, @blackstonechambers.bsky.social and Linklaters, covering JR fundamentals, practical steps and interactive case study. Register now: lnkd.in/ePmrQbpq18 Mar 2026 13:53 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhdn5k342k2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mgufwd7i222u📢Join our expert speakers at the 'Influencing for impact: making policy design fairer' training as we explore how to shape policy so it is fairer, more inclusive, and grounded in real-world experience. Tuesday 24 - Thursday 26 March | Online via Zoom Register now: lnkd.in/eJU2MxTk https://publiclawproject.org.uk/events/making-policy-design-fairer/12 Mar 2026 12:34 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgufwd7i222uhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mgk7lncgfc2n1/ This #IWD2026, we recognise that the rule of law depends on everyone having equal access to justice. Women make up the majority of civil legal aid clients, meaning they are disproportionally affected by the failures of our underfunded legal aid system.08 Mar 2026 11:14 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgk7lncgfc2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mg7trcedak2lJoin PLP’s Caroline Selman this Friday 6 March at ‘Power and participation in public tech’, hosted by Connected by Data, exploring the role of digital, data and #AI work in the public sector. Tickets here: https://connectedbydata.org/events/2026-03-06-conference [contains quote post or other embedded content]04 Mar 2026 08:16 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg7trcedak2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mg5uiyhluc2uWe’re live at Public Law and the Planet 🌍 A sold-out event with 200+ delegates in the room from across civil society, exploring how we can use public law to ensure governments urgently deliver climate justice. Over 60 participants also join the discussion online.03 Mar 2026 13:24 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg5uiyhluc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mfogxko3jc2v1/ The UK's benefit sanctions regime is causing harm to those most vulnerable. In a report published by PLP at the end of last year, drawing on casework from 100+ sanctioned people and analysis of DWP data, we found the #UniversalCredit sanctions system is failing on its own terms.25 Feb 2026 10:11 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfogxko3jc2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mfc32gej6k2b1/ On this World Day of Social Justice, we pay attention to the growing distrust in public institutions. From a #publiclaw perspective, social justice depends on a strong rule of law that limits government power and gives people real ways to challenge unfair or unlawful decisions.20 Feb 2026 12:06 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfc32gej6k2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mf7guocto22sHow can community organisations and legal experts work together to challenge injustice more effectively? Join us for our free webinar, Collaborative legal approaches for social change, on Thursday 19 March from 10:00-12:00. 🎟️ Book a free place now: lnkd.in/eG8mmHx719 Feb 2026 11:00 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf7guocto22shttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3menmvxjrfs2u1/ We’re proud to represent @the3million.bsky.social in its proposed legal challenge to the Home Secretary over policies restricting the travel rights of EU citizens who made the UK their home before Brexit — rights meant to be protected under the Withdrawal Agreement. [contains quote post or other embedded content]12 Feb 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3menmvxjrfs2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3megixzxthk2w🌎 Climate change is a public law issue. Ahead of our 'Public Law and the Planet' conference on 3 March, PLP’s CEO Jamie Peters sets out why public law is essential to challenge environmental injustice and defend frontline communities. Read the blog: https://publiclawproject.org.uk/latest/climate-change-is-a-public-law-issue/09 Feb 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3megixzxthk2whttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3me6lrezkuh26What does the Hillsborough Law have to do with international #humanrights? The principles behind the duty of candour are international human rights obligations. Hillsborough shows what happens when they are ignored. Our blog on @legalactiongroup.bsky.social: https://lag.pulse.ly/dhurbm1urz06 Feb 2026 09:29 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3me6lrezkuh26https://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3me45thhzh22e📢 Influencing for impact: Making policy design fairer - Speaker announcement Join our expert speakers from 24-26 March online via Zoom to explore how to influence the design of policies to create impact. Book now: lnkd.in/eJU2MxTk05 Feb 2026 10:15 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3me45thhzh22ehttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mdumx5xk5c2s📢 We are hiring! We're looking for a Finance Assistant (part-time) to help with day-to-day financial tasks and keeping good records. Deadline: Sunday 15 February, 11.59pm Apply on our website: lnkd.in/etae_JuW02 Feb 2026 10:24 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdumx5xk5c2shttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mdi356v25c2i1/ The Public Accounts Committee has published its follow-up on the MoJ's work on #legalaid. Last year, we submitted evidence highlighting ongoing barriers to access to justice — including lack of face-to-face advice, digital exclusion and gaps in provision.28 Jan 2026 10:33 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdi356v25c2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mcyzsr2wth2y🔊New event - Influence for impact: Making policy design fairer 24–26 March | Online via Zoom 4 webinars + 1 workshop on influencing policy, working with stakeholders and centring lived experience. 🎟️ Low-cost tickets available! Book now: https://shorturl.pulse.ly/uartispsrh22 Jan 2026 11:00 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcyzsr2wth2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mcwqdqjp7k2v1/ PLP welcomes the pause to the Public Office (Accountability) Bill, otherwise known as the #Hillsborough Law. It is vital that the Bill imposes robust transparency obligations on all state officials, including the security services.21 Jan 2026 13:05 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcwqdqjp7k2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mcrpd2uk7s2d1/ Last week’s high-profile coverage of an AI-generated error by West Midlands police’s, which informed the decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv F.C. fans from a match, highlights the risks of using #AI assistants in high-stakes public body decisions. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jan/14/west-midlands-police-chief-apologises-ai-error-maccabi-tel-aviv-ban19 Jan 2026 13:03 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcrpd2uk7s2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mckegi5rr62rWe’re delighted to announce the Administrative Fairness Lab, led by Professor Joe Tomlinson, as another partner for 🌍Public Law and the Planet conference! Tuesday 3 March at KCL, book you ticket now: • In-person: https://lnkd.pulse.ly/y9fcxqnbfv • Online: https://lnkd.pulse.ly/y1ptpoffrp16 Jan 2026 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mckegi5rr62rhttps://bsky.app/profile/publiclawproject.bsky.social/post/3mchnk7i56c2aThe government’s U-turn on its digital IDs to work is a welcome move, but action is needed on existing schemes. Experience of the EU Settlement Scheme's digital-only visa underscores the urgent need for review of such systems to ensure genuine accessibility. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3385zrrx73o15 Jan 2026 13:05 +0000at://did:plc:ziuoivrmny77qijkd7vsgddf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mchnk7i56c2a