Sanctions, the Supreme Court and the separation of powers

This article by Roger Gherson, published in Financial Regulation International, considers recent UK Supreme Court case law concerning the relationship between the courts, Parliament and the executive, with particular focus on sanctions-related decisions. It outlines the Supreme Court’s approach to reviewing government decision-making in complex areas such as foreign policy and financial sanctions and reflects on how constitutional principles, including the separation of powers, operate within this framework.

The article also addresses the balance between national security considerations and legal safeguards for individuals affected by regulatory and sanctions measures. Through the use of illustrative references, it provides broader context to the evolving application of constitutional principles in modern regulatory environments.

Read more in the article: “Dinsdale Piranha, the Supreme Court and the Death of the Separation of Powers” (Financial Regulation Internationaal).