Research: RPC Opinion: Impact of National Security (State Threats) Bill

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Lawyers should note that the RPC's 'green' rating of the Home Office's impact assessment may set a precedent for future policy assessments, and could influence the scrutiny of similar regulations.

Source: Original reporting via Regulatory Policy Committee