Online Safety Act: new criminal offences circular
This circular sets out detail of the new criminal offences in the Online Safety Act 2023. This circular is issued to inform the police and other relevant public authorities of certain provisions of the Act, in particular new criminal offences. The Online Safety Act became law in October 2023 and contains a range of measures […]
NSPCC join forces with Common Sense Media to help keep children safe online
A new partnership has been formed between NSPCC and Common Sense Media as young people have been in contact Childline about AI related sexual abuse, bullying and misinformation. Both the NSPCC and Common Sense Media are keen to help keep children safe online and begin to (better) understand the impact of generative AI on children. […]
SRA offers firms advice on complying with sanctions
The SRA has written to more than 1000 firms offering advice and guidance on complying with the UK’s financial sanctions regime. The SRA gathered data from a number of firms and based on the responses provided, have identified a large number of firms that had indicated they had poor controls in place. The SRA then sent out letters […]
Cohabiting | Opt-out cohabitation rights
In the 2022 census, cohabiting couples accounted for almost one in five families in the UK – the fastest growing type of family unit of the last ten years. At 3.6 million families, this represented a hugely significant increase of 700,000 families compared to 2012, almost three-quarters of the total growth over that period. Between […]
Diary of a Legal Aid Lawyer – CCFS family case plans
Diary of a Legal Aid Lawyer | CCFS family case plans – what do I need to know? If you’re starting out in legal aid and are faced with preparing a CCFS case plan, my initial advice is, don’t panic! With a little practice, these case plans will be relatively easy to prepare. To start […]
LSB confirms review of events leading up to the SRA’s intervention into Axiom Ince
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has confirmed its intention to undertake an independent review of regulatory events leading up to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) intervention into Axiom Ince. This was a significant case with considerable consumer detriment. In the Board’s view, it will be important for public and professional confidence that any learning can […]
UK fertility regulator launches new fertility data dashboard
HFEA, the UK fertility regulator has launched a new fertility data dashboard which is thought to be the first of its kind in the world. The Human Fertility and Embryology Authority (HFEA) launched its new data dashboard yesterday. The HFEA holds information on fertility treatments, patients, partners, donors and children born as a result of […]
Is my spouse entitled to share my bonus if we divorce?
In the complex landscape of divorce proceedings, the question of whether a spouse is entitled to a share of bonuses and equity awards adds a layer of intricacy. Understanding the nuances of the benefits is crucial in divorce cases, as they may constitute a significant portion of a spouse’s income. In this article, Partner Liz […]
