Barristers would not recommend ‘retraumatising’ courts system

Underfunding and the ‘dismal’ state of the courts system and physical infrastructure are two key issues identified by barristers in research which shows three quarters of the profession do not think that people are able to access justice at an acceptable level in England and Wales in 2026. Some barristers have so little confidence in […]
Social media regulation could ease conflict with separated parents and influence court decisions

The social media ban for under 16’s could strengthen the position of parents seeking tighter controls on children’s social media use suggested a family lawyer after confirmation the new restrictions are expected to come into force in March 2027. After the timing of the proposed ban was confirmed by culture secretary Lisa Nandy, Anita Hennessey, […]