Judicial review

Jamaica's Prime Minister Andrew Holness lost an interlocutory appeal on July 31, 2026, as the Court of Appeal lifted a stay on proceedings. This allows a judicial review of an Integrity Commission investigation into his financial affairs to proceed.

The Supreme Court's recent decisions limiting congressional authority and key provisions of the Voting Rights Act have sparked calls for reform. Proposed measures include expanding the court, imposing term limits, narrowing the court's jurisdiction, and rethinking judicial review, though ending judicial review is deemed unrealistic by experts.

The Foreign Office chief is challenging their dismissal through a judicial review, citing an 'irrational' sacking linked to the Mandelson scandal. The action follows Starmer's refusal to apologize or agree to a financial settlement.

A top civil servant named Olly Robbins is seeking judicial review over their sacking, claiming Keir Starmer's actions were 'unlawful' and 'unreasonable' in the context of the Mandelson scandal.

The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court has permitted the Tamil Nadu government to conduct an event for issuing appointment orders. The employment offer is temporary and subject to judicial review.

The Chinese regime is accused of showing contempt towards Britain by snubbing a judicial review on a proposed London mega-embassy. Britain alleges the move undermines diplomatic and legal norms.

A veteran Hong Kong barrister, Alan Hoo, has filed a judicial review challenging the jurisdiction of the Appeal Tribunal (Buildings Ordinance) after authorities refused to consider his constitutional argument regarding an order to demolish alleged illegal structures on his home.

The Supreme Court acts as a check on Donald Trump by blocking his most blatantly illegal actions, while simultaneously enabling him through favorable rulings in other areas. This dual role highlights the Court's influence in shaping his political and legal landscape.