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Six steps for developing a corporate social responsibility programme

What is corporate social responsibility (CSR) and why does it matter? Marcus Hayes MBE highlights the benefits of setting up a CSR programme in your...

“We’ve got change at our fingertips”: a conversation on navigating the legal profession as a black woman

Angela and Mary met to discuss their differing experiences as black women in the profession. Join us in celebrating Black History Month 2023: ‘Saluting our...

Anti-Money Laundering regime must ensure legal sector expertise is retained

The Law Society of England and Wales has today (13 October) responded to the Treasury’s consultation on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Terrorism Financing (CTF),...

Record Crown Court backlog as long wait for justice continues

Latest figures released show the Crown Court backlog has hit a new record high of more than 65,000 cases.

Nick Emmerson becomes 179th president of the Law Society

On Wednesday 11 October, Nick Emmerson became the 179th president of the Law Society of England and Wales.

Nick Emmerson becomes Law Society president

Nick Emmerson was inaugurated as the 179th president of the Law Society of England and Wales, as the organisation nears its 200th anniversary year.

Mental health legislation needs urgent reforms

As we celebrate World Mental Health Day, it is critical that we recognise the urgent need to reform the Mental Health Act.

President reflects on tenure on last full day

Today (10 October) marks the last full day for the Law Society’s President Lubna Shuja. She has used her term to defend the profession from...

Law Society publishes proposals to reform civil justice

The Law Society of England and Wales has published a Green Paper – 21st Century Justice Project – outlining policy proposals to fix the civil...

Saluting our Sisters: celebrating Black History Month 2023

Join us in celebrating the contribution of black women to the legal profession and wider society as we embrace this year’s Black History Month theme:...

Tender for civil legal aid contracts 2024

Civil legal aid providers have until 17 October 2023 to bid for contracts that will start in September 2024.

Legal aid restrictions for clients with multiple problems – we intervene

Homeless clients with separate care needs should be able to get legal help for their care needs if they have multiple, distinct legal problems, the...

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