Judicial report shows ‘little progress’ for women and ethnic minority candidates
New statistics from the Ministry of Justice reveal that significant progress is yet to be made on improving judicial diversity, with progress in certain areas described as “negligible”. The Diversity of the judiciary 2023 statistics report revealed that women now make up 37% of judges in courts, compared to 54% of tribunal judges, according to […]
Working parents to benefit from childcare boost worth up to £1,630 per month
As part of one of the Prime Minister’s five key priorities to grow the economy, low-earning parents on Universal Credit are set to benefit from up to a £522 monthly boost to cover childcare costs, according to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) The DWP has raised how much parents on Universal Credit can […]
Lord Chancellor approves appointment of new Chairman of the Law Commission
The Lord Chancellor has approved the appointment of a new Chairman of the Law Commission of England and Wales, according to the Ministry of Justice. The Lord Chancellor has approved the appointment of the Honourable Mr Justice (Peter) Fraser as the Chairman of the Law Commission for England and Wales for three years commencing 1st […]
