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The Government has decided to amend the law to prevent the courts from making certain civil findings of liability for climate change damage caused by GHGs.
The Government is making further changes to laws for recognising international adoptions to protect adopted children and young people from potential harm
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Courts and tribunals will be closed during the holiday period. Reopening dates vary, starting from 5 January 2025, with all locations open by 19 January 2026.