Government’s response to Legal Aid report ‘inadequate’
The government’s response to the Justice Select Committee’s access to justice report is “disappointing” and “inadequate,” according to MPs. The Justice Select Committee has called on the Ministry of Justice to “urgently prioritise” legal aid, warning that it is a “service in managed decline”. However, in its response to a report outlining proposed changes, the […]
LeO to consult on new strategy as demand for its service outpaces capacity
A new strategy to reform the Legal Ombudsman (LeO) service will be under consultation next week, as despite resolving more complaints year-on year, demand is outpacing capacity. In a half-year update from the complaints service published last Friday, the LeO reported having received more than 8,700 complaints, a 31% rise from the equivalent period last […]
Future MPs could face criminal record checks under plan to make UK parliament safer for women
A new scheme working to make the UK parliament a “safe place” for women and girls will introduce a series of changes, with a suggestion that future MPs may be subjected to criminal record checks. On Tuesday, a White Ribbon approved three-year plan was introduced into parliament which is expected to outline major changes including […]
Child Trust Fund injustice to end under new legislation
Simpler access to Child Trust Funds to be allowed under new legislation revealed by the government, replacing complex Court of Protection process. The reforms are expected to allow parents and carers to go directly to Child Trust Fund providers to access savings, solving years of unnecessary anguish for an estimated 63,000 to 126,000 young adults […]
Profile: Lucy Adams, family solicitor at Knights and accredited family mediator
Lucy is a senior associate solicitor in the Family team. Lucy is also an accredited family Mediator and is renowned for her expertise in both financial matters and child law. She has obtained the Law Society Advanced Accreditation in complex financial settlement and children cases. Lucy is also a Member of Resolution and committed to […]