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More needs to be done to make SLAPPs legislation workable

The Law Society of England and Wales has raised concerns about Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) legislation, which is having its second reading in...

Dealing with court backlogs must be HMCTS priority

HM Courts and Tribunals Service is making sensible decisions about prioritising work given the dual challenges it faces.

Civil legal aid: millions still without access to justice

New research published by the Law Society of England and Wales reveals millions are still unable to access justice when they need it, as charities...

LSB publishes report on regulators' performance

The Law Society of England and Wales responds to the Legal Services Board's (LSB) Regulatory Performance Assessment report.

Lawyers must be protected as the UN reviews China's human rights record

The Law Society raises concerns about the mistreatment of legal professionals in China, as lawyers are unable to exercise their profession freely and independently.

Solicitor fined for failing to spot Friday afternoon cyber fraud

A solicitor was fined by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) for inappropriate handling of a fraudulent payment as part of a conveyancing cyber scam.

Former Afghanistan judge illustrates dire state of justice system under Taliban rule

We are gravely concerned about the collapse of the justice system in Afghanistan and the persecution of legal professionals by the Taliban.

Housing legal aid providers on the brink of collapse

New research published by the Law Society of England and Wales has shone a light on the depth of the crisis facing civil legal aid...

Law Society supports solicitors dealing with flat sales affected by the Building Safety Act

The Law Society has today (14 February) released a new guide to help members involved in flat sales and purchases understand the Building Safety Act...

LSB should renew focus on its core activities

The Legal Services Board (LSB) should renew focus on its core activities, we said in response to the LSB's 2024/2025 business plan consultation.

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