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Justice must be on the agenda for new PM
The justice system must be a key priority for new prime minister Rishi Sunak, we said as the new administration enters Number 10.
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We brought together over 100 displaced Ukrainian lawyers and 24 major employers to create networking, employment and training opportunities.
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Akasa Pradhan, of Young Citizens, explains the importance of legal education, and how you can help.
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Following our lobbying, the government has amended its new Foreign Influence Registration (FIR) Scheme to protect legal professional privilege.
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New PM takes over at pivotal time for justice
The new PM will have an opportunity to reset the government’s approach to the rule of law and address the crisis in the justice system.
05 Sep 2022
“I chose law to fight for what’s right and make a difference”
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Changes to the Mental Capacity Act code of practice – Law Society response
We've responded to the government's consultation on proposed changes to the Mental Capacity Act code of practice.
15 Jul 2022
Human Rights Act reform: a modern bill of rights consultation – Law Society response
We've responded to the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) consultation on reforming the Human Rights Act. We do not believe there is a case for the...
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We join European bars to call for respect of European Court of Human Rights
I. Stephanie Boyce joined European bar leaders calling for respect for the rule of law and the European Court of Human Rights.
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PM must stop attacking lawyers for upholding the rule of law
“The Bar Council and Law Society of England and Wales together call on the Prime Minister to stop attacks on legal professionals who are simply...
15 Jun 2022
Rwanda and refugee rights: six things to know about the Nationality and Borders Act
The Nationality and Borders Act became law in April 2022, making sweeping changes to the UK asylum system. Here are six key things you should...
11 May 2022
PM’s “misleading and dangerous” attack on lawyers undermines the rule of law
“It is misleading and dangerous for the prime minister to name-call lawyers who are upholding the rule of law,” said I. Stephanie Boyce in response...
05 May 2022
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