The legal scene
drivers will receive the National Living Wage, holiday pay and pensions. Aspiring lawyers should keep their eyes on the ongoing global impact this ruling will have on the rest of the gig economy. Heathrow expansion not unlawful on climate grounds A Court of Appeal decision, which had found that the government’s approval of a proposed third runway at Heathrow airport was unlawful because it failed to consider the Paris Agreement, was overturned by the UK Supreme Court. The airport can now apply for planning permission for its proposed expansion, which will still be carefully considered in light of the UK government’s pledges to cut emissions, including its commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Cases to watch in 2022 And, finally, here are some cases to watch out for in the coming year: • Oatly sues Glebe Farm over alleged trademark infringement. Both company’s products contain the word ‘oat’ in it, come in a milk-style carton with a blue finish and carry a teacup illustration. • Nike European Operations Netherlands & Converse Netherlands v Commission (State Aid) – Nike has allegedly been paying less tax than its competitors, which is a breach of EU state aid rules. • Ray-Ban is considering suing GrandVision for allegedly violating the terms of their €7 billion proposed acquisition agreement.
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