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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.

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.

National Audit Office report lays bare the dire state of legal aid

A report by the National Audit Office (NAO) has today laid bare the lack of sustainability in the legal aid market and the lack of...

Evictions and repossessions rise as access to housing legal aid falters

With rising evictions and repossessions, housing legal aid must be available for those who cannot afford legal help.

People in limbo as criminal court delays worsen

New data released today shows the number of open cases in the magistrates’ courts continue to pile up, the Law Society of England and Wales...

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