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What the king’s speech means for law and justice

The new UK government has set out an ambitious legislative plan and we are pleased to see the criminal justice system is on its agenda....

King's Speech: tackling justice system crisis must be a priority

The new UK government has set out an ambitious legislative plan and we are pleased to see the criminal justice system is on their agenda.

The Safety of Rwanda Act becomes law – but our work continues

The Act came into force last week. We are deeply disappointed that its constitutional and human impacts were not reduced, but we are proud to...

Golden opportunity for parliament to improve Rwanda Bill

Members of Parliament (MPs) have a golden opportunity on Monday (15 April) to make crucial changes to the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill...

Drastic blow to rule of law and justice if Rwanda Bill amendments are not accepted

The Law Society warn it would be a drastic blow if the government fails to accept amendments to its ill-advised asylum Bill.

No evidence Rwanda is yet a safe country for asylum seekers

No evidence has been provided to show that Rwanda is yet a safe country to send asylum seekers to.

UN experts concerned Rwanda Bill will threaten judicial independence

UN special rapporteurs are concerned the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill overrides the power of the judiciary to rule independently and apply the...

Share economic evidence to shape civil legal aid reform

We’re looking for legal aid providers to take part in economic research to help us capture the full scale of the sustainability threat facing access...

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...

Parliamentary approval needed for treaties

A report calling for parliamentary approval for treaties has been welcomed by the Law Society in light of the Rwanda treaty.

Safety of Rwanda Bill corrodes the rule of law and access to justice

Ahead of the Rwanda Bill's second reading in the House of Lords, we outline our profound concerns with the proposals.

Proper scrutiny needed of Rwanda treaty

The government’s treaty with Rwanda fails to address the Supreme Court’s concerns, the Law Society has warned ahead of a House of Lords debate.

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