Jonathan Jones
@sirjjkc.bsky.social
Sir Jonathan Jones KCB KC (Hon). Ex Treasury Solicitor and private sector lawyer. Various non-executive, consultancy, academic and charitable roles Law, constitution, government, cocktails
It’s perfectly possible to make big changes to the UK’s “constitutional settlement” without a “written constitution”, in the sense of a single constitutional code. Most such changes would require legislation, like the 90s devolution settlements (which undoubtedly form part of our constitution now)
The Guardian@theguardian.com · 4d agoDevolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham
It’s perfectly possible to make big changes to the UK’s “constitutional settlement” without a “written constitution”, in the sense of a single constitutional code. Most such changes would require legislation, like the 90s devolution settlements (which undoubtedly form part of our constitution now)
The Guardian@theguardian.com · 4d agoDevolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham
I thought I’d give this stuff a go and the result is a refreshing Palombo. It combines “aromas of Italian citrus, ginger and honeysuckle”. Cheers
If “the best time of the week” really was the moment I get an email from Sainsbury’s about nectar card offers, I would be re-thinking my lifestyle choices
I thought I’d give this stuff a go and the result is a refreshing Palombo. It combines “aromas of Italian citrus, ginger and honeysuckle”. Cheers
What is this strange moist discharge descending from the heavens?
The co-founder of Palestine Action has been granted permission to appeal to the Supreme Court against a ruling by the Court of Appeal that then then home secretary had acted lawfully when she proscribed Palestine Action under the Terrorism Act 2000 last year. rozenberg.substack.com/p/palestine-...
Palestine Action can appeal
UK Supreme Court to hold full hearing this autumn
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The House of Lords Constitution Committee is starting a wide-ranging inquiry into strengthening our constitutional safeguards - as proposed by (Lord) Peter Hennessy. Look East, look West, and see the urgency. Written evidence requested by 28th of September. committees.parliament.uk/committee/17...
The UK’s constitutional safeguards inquiry launched by Lords Constitution Committee - Committees - UK Parliament
The House of Lords Constitution Committee has today published a call for evidence for its inquiry into the UK’s constitutional safeguards. It is inviting interested individuals and organisations...
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They also have a holiday guide to Cap Ferret (which has just been evacuated because of wildfires). Not the happiest day for the Times editorial team
Adam Schwarz@adamjschwarz.bsky.social · 2w agoWhen the story of why humanity didn't stop climate change is written, it will feature front pages like this. Even as the skies blacken with climate change-induced wildfires, right wing media continue their relentless crusade against measures to tackle it.
It’s been a while but this evening the bar at Jones Towers is dispensing refreshing Lemon Drops #FridayCocktail
It’s been a while but this evening the bar at Jones Towers is dispensing refreshing Lemon Drops #FridayCocktail
This is a powerful & important set of recommendations from @conunitucl.bsky.social for bolstering the constitution and strengthening democracy. I hope the new PM and his government pay attention Keir Starmer’s government made some - but limited and frankly disappointing - progress in this area
UCL Constitution Unit@conunitucl.bsky.social · 2w agoSafeguarding the Constitution: Key Steps to Strengthen UK Democratic Resilience Our latest report, by @lisajames.bsky.social, Meg Russell and @alanrenwick.bsky.social, sets out concrete reforms in a number of areas to safeguard the constitution and protect the integrity of democracy. Read it 👇
The United Kingdom’s uncodified constitution must be safeguarded if it is protect the integrity of our democracy, public policy experts argue in a report published today. Also this morning: more ministerial changes at the Ministry of Justice rozenberg.substack.com/p/safeguardi...
Safeguarding the constitution
And more ministerial changes at the Ministry of Justice
rozenberg.substack.com
This is a powerful & important set of recommendations from @conunitucl.bsky.social for bolstering the constitution and strengthening democracy. I hope the new PM and his government pay attention Keir Starmer’s government made some - but limited and frankly disappointing - progress in this area
UCL Constitution Unit@conunitucl.bsky.social · 2w agoSafeguarding the Constitution: Key Steps to Strengthen UK Democratic Resilience Our latest report, by @lisajames.bsky.social, Meg Russell and @alanrenwick.bsky.social, sets out concrete reforms in a number of areas to safeguard the constitution and protect the integrity of democracy. Read it 👇
New article: Mark Elliott and Nicholas Kilford, "The Relational Principle of Parliamentary Sovereignty" SSRN draft available to download; forthcoming in Public Law publiclawforeveryone.com/2026/07/21/t... @nearlydoctornick.bsky.social
The relational principle of parliamentary sovereignty
In a forthcoming article in Public Law, Nicholas Kilford and I examine three leading UK Supreme Court decisions that have subjected the principle of parliamentary sovereignty to notably unorthodox …
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When asked by service providers what I think of their service or whether “everything is all right”, actually telling them
Black Aziz Anansi@blackazizanansi.blacksky.app · 2w agoWhat's your old person trait?
A good message I think. Nice to see him thanking and complimenting officials
Richard Hermer@richardhermer.bsky.social · 2w agoIt has been the privilege of my life to serve my country as Attorney General over the last two years. I’ve been so lucky to be a part of Keir’s team, as he delivered for the public at home while rebuilding the UK’s reputation abroad, in particular on the rule of law.
It has been the privilege of my life to serve my country as Attorney General over the last two years. I’ve been so lucky to be a part of Keir’s team, as he delivered for the public at home while rebuilding the UK’s reputation abroad, in particular on the rule of law.
The @fdaunion.bsky.social statement on the Olly Robbins Judicial Review unpacks the grounds (🥳): 1. PM lacks (statutory) power to dismiss 2. Unfair process (because no process) 3. Irrationality (revealed in stated reasons)
FDA Union@fdaunion.bsky.social · 3w agoOlly Robbins, represented by the FDA, has today issued proceedings requesting a Judicial Review of his dismissal. See our full statement below:
Breaking news: Olly Robbins, the Foreign Office chief summarily sacked by Keir Starmer over the Peter Mandelson affair, is seeking a judicial review of his treatment in what will be seen in Whitehall as a landmark case. ft.trib.al/koQG0yF
Prominent public figures when they die deserve to be remembered for what they said and did (like all of us, if we’re remembered at all), for how they used power and influence, how they behaved towards others. Surely that’s what they would have expected?
RIP the great Lord Mackay of Clashfern, the first Lord Chancellor I (as a v junior lawyer) got to know. I recall a meeting with him, the Attorney General, the Lord President of the Council, the Lord Privy Seal and the Captain of the Honourable Corps of Gentlemen at Arms. The constitution in one room
What happens to the Parliamentary Commissioner’s investigation if Farage “resigns” as an MP? Summary: the investigation is suspended. If Farage is returned at the by-election, it’s revived. If not, “the Commissioner will decide if it is appropriate and proportionate to resume their investigation”
What happens to the Parliamentary Commissioner’s investigation if Farage “resigns” as an MP? Summary: the investigation is suspended. If Farage is returned at the by-election, it’s revived. If not, “the Commissioner will decide if it is appropriate and proportionate to resume their investigation”
A rare and precious Venn diagram where football, pubs and secondary legislation overlap. Courtesy of @aliceolilly.bsky.social
Alice Lilly@aliceolilly.bsky.social · last mo.Pub opening hours for special occasions remain my go-to example for helping people understand the differences between primary and secondary legislation and how the two interact with each other. Which I appreciate is not very exciting.