Australia: Privacy rights – a new reason for action?
Lynn Waller (pseudonym) v Romy Barrett (pseudonym) (2024) VCC 962 in short Recent decisions from the Victoria County Court, Lynn Waller (pseudonym) v Romy Barrett (pseudonym) (2024) VCC 962, indicating that there was an Australian common law cause of action for invasion of privacy. The trial judge held that the right to privacy is a value different from the right to confidentiality of information. She therefore argued that privacy needed to be protected separately from breach claims. This brings Australia closer to the position accepted by the UK, US, Canada and New Zealand. Regardless of whether the decision is ultimately approved by the High Court, it represents an important step in recognizing the need for legal protections against unauthorized disclosure of private information. We will continue to monitor this area closely, particularly in light of the recent passage of the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill (pending Royal Assent), which will create statutory torts for serious breaches of privacy. claim…
New study calls BYD a human rights villain
BYD has been named and shamed in a study into human rights abuses in its automotive supply chain. Amnesty International's Rights Recharge report also claims Mitsubishi and Hyundai could do more to protect indirect workers. BYD declined to disclose the source of its cobalt, with Mercedes being the most transparent. BYD makes more electric cars than anyone else, and does so at a lower cost than most Western automakers can fathom. But there's a price, and it's being paid by workers in the supply chain, according to a new report investigating human rights risks in the electric vehicle industry. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP") { adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd("6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); Amnesty International's Rights Recharge study ranks 13 car manufacturers based on how they address human rights risks in their mineral supply chains. BYD ranked last with only 11 points out of a possible 90 points, followed closely by Mitsubishi with 13…
Placer Valley Tourism becomes naming rights sponsor
Photo courtesy of the City of Roseville. Roseville, California— Placer Valley Visitors Bureau will become the naming rights sponsor of the Roseville Football Complex, a state-of-the-art facility designed to elevate Placer Valley as a sports tourism destination and generate millions of dollars for the local economy . The newly named Placer Valley Soccer Complex — located at 2600 Westbrook Blvd. in west Roseville — will feature ten artificial turf soccer fields that can also be used for flag football, field hockey, lacrosse, football and Four ball sports. The complex will include the latest LED lighting, two plazas, a perimeter walking path, an accessible playground and 950 parking spaces, making it an excellent venue for social events. The Roseville City Council approved a 12-year naming rights sponsorship agreement with Placer Valley Tourism (PVT) at its meeting on Wednesday, October 16. PVT will pay $5 million over the sponsorship period. "We are focused on sports tourism, and having PVT as the title…
WorldECR | UN Human Rights Office on China:
Home > information > UN Human Rights Office: China: 'Xinjiang issues remain' The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (UN Human Rights) said that after its visit to Xinjiang and engagement with local authorities, it learned that China "still has many problematic laws and policies" regarding Xinjiang. The visit was to coincide with the OHCHR’s update on the human rights situation in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in 2022. Since then, the OHCHR has stated that “The High Commissioner and the Office engaged in detailed exchanges with the Chinese government on a range of key issues, such as counter-terrorism laws and policies, criminal justice, other policies affecting the human rights of ethnic and religious minorities (including in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and the Tibet Autonomous Region), equality and non-discrimination, and national security and human rights issues in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.” In its update, it said, “We once again call on the authorities…
Trader Rights, Obligations and Dispute Resolution Guide
Understanding your rights and obligations as a trader is essential to ensuring smooth operations and compliance. This guide outlines the key rights that traders enjoy, enabling you to safeguard your business interests. In addition, we will explore the avenues available when your rights are infringed, enabling you to seek redress and maintain a fair business environment. Your rights as a trader It is recommended that you read the SARS Service Charter to fully understand your rights and obligations as a trader and taxpayer. Most of these rights and obligations can be summarised in 6 key points: Dispute Resolution with SARS When your rights as a customs agent and cross-border trader are violated, it is important to understand the dispute resolution channels available to you. Here is a breakdown of the available options: Internal Administrative Appeals This is the first step in challenging the SARS decision. You must submit your appeal in writing using the form DA 51 Within 30 days…
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