News
Stories and information about developments affecting the legal professions, both locally and nationally.
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- February 13, 2017
- The Weakest Link In Your Cyber Security
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The Panama Papers leak exposed the most common weakest link in law firms' cyber security: People
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- February 13, 2017
- Law Society Interim CEO
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Following the resignation of Catherine Dixon from the role of CEO, the Law Society has appointed Paul Tennant as Interim CEO.
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- February 13, 2017
- Law Society Governance Review
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As part of their ongoing governance review, the Law Society has appointed the Good Governance Institiute to facilitate the process
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- February 2, 2017
- Annual Dinner 2017
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Put the date in your diaries and get your bookings in fast - this year's Tees Valley Law Society Annual Dinner promises to be exceptional...
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- January 26, 2017
- The Great Legal Bake
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The Great Legal Bake is an event which brings together the local legal and advice communities to celebrate the work of the entire profession in enabling access to justice for all
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- January 26, 2017
- Stonewall Workplace Index
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The Law Society hosted recently the Stonewall Top 100 employers event at Chancery Lane. The event showcases the most inclusive employers in Britain.
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- January 26, 2017
- HMRC Notices
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Firms which advise clients on the establishment of offshore companies or trusts may shortly receive a letter from HMRC seeking information about beneficial ownership or interests
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- January 26, 2017
- Responses to Consultations
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The Law Society's responds to recent consultations on reporting serious incidents in charities, bladed articles guidelines, and the terms of reference for the FCA mortgage sector market study
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- January 26, 2017
- Personal Injury Claims Process Consultation
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The Law Society has responded to the Ministry of Justice consultation, which invited views on proposals to abolish or significantly reduce general damages for soft tissue injury
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- January 26, 2017
- Basement Development and the Planning System
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The Law Society's Planning and Environmental Law Committee recently responded to a call for evidence on basement extensions and the planning system.