News
Stories and information about developments affecting the legal professions, both locally and nationally.
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- November 20, 2017
- Pro Bono Plugs Gaping Holes In State Funding
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Tragic events in 2017 highlight the vital support provided by pro bono lawyers in the face of deep cuts to Legal Aid
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- November 14, 2017
- 'Untenable' Cuts To LGFS Start On 1 December
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The MoJ has announced that the proposed cut to LGFS will come into force on 1 December
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- November 14, 2017
- 100 Years Since Women Became People
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1914 Court of Appeal case Bebb v Law Society found that women failed to fall within the definition of ‘persons’
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- November 13, 2017
- Changing Face Of Legal Sector Revealed
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Productivity in the legal services sector may double by 2038, but at the cost of 20% fewer jobs
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- November 13, 2017
- Law Society Responds to FCA's OPBAS Consultation
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The consultation invited comments on a proposed sourcebook for professional body supervisors
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- November 10, 2017
- 'Ello 'Ello - What 'Ave We Got 'Ere, Then?
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Directors need to understand that their company must police itself for good corporate governance
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- November 10, 2017
- DCLG Publish Call For Evidence
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Consultation seeks views on whether a new regulatory model is needed for agents in the leasehold sector.
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- November 9, 2017
- HMCTS Reform Roadshow
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First HM Courts & Tribunal Service Roadshow to be held in Newcastle on 27 November
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- November 6, 2017
- Offensive And Dangerous Weapons Consultation
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The Home Office has released a consultation on new offensive and dangerous weapons legislation
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- November 6, 2017
- DCLG Publish Call For Evidence
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Government seeks views on whether there needs to be an overhaul of regulation in the property agent market