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The “full power of the state” will be deployed in the largest crackdown on violence perpetrated against women and girls in British history, as part of new strategy announced by the government today. All police
Figures from the charity Surviving Economic Abuse, which reveal 27% of mothers in the UK with children under 18 have experience economic abuse in the last year, are “shocking but not surprising,” according to Stowe
With the deadline for responding to the draft business plan and budget of the Legal Ombudsman (LeO) now passed, the Law Society of England and Wales has announced it has rejected the proposals. In November,
The Department for Education has announced plans to “significantly strengthen” reforms to protect children from abuse, through the creation of a new Child Protection Authority. The proposals for a new public body, which are the
National firm Pepperells Solicitors has strengthened its north east presence with its second acquisition in two months, following its acquisition of Elmhirst Parker LLP in October. The deal with Seaham-based Michael Cook Law Firm Limited
A new expert panel chaired by deputy prime minister David Lammy has met to discuss plans that will ensure the UK remains a leading global centre for legal services. Legal and business experts who make
The home secretary has given an oral statement to Parliament on the independent inquiry into grooming gangs, promising it will be completed within three years and supported by a £65 million budget. The inquiry will
A government strategy to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030 will see the biggest reduction in poverty in a single parliament since records began, the prime minister’s office has said. Describing the strategy
A Youth Endowment Fund survey that has revealed high rates of domestic abuse among teenagers is “deeply alarming”, Refuge says. The UK’s largest specialist domestic abuse organisation said the survey data, which revealed two in
An order allowing a hospital trust to remove ventilation and other intensive care support from a child has been set aside after the Court of Appeal ruled the High Court hearing in which the decision
The government says families of children with SEND will receive faster, earlier support from community based early intervention to be rolled out in every Best Start Family Hub from April. As part of the government’s
Taylor Rose has marked “a significant step” in its plans to boost its family law division with the promotion of Amarjit Ryatt to head of family and divorce, while Switalskis has appointed Bradie Pell as
CILEx Regulation has published its new EDI strategy setting out its key objectives for the next three years, along with its Diversity Data Report for 2025. CILEx regulates chartered legal executive lawyers, other members of
Billionaire property tycoon Michael Fuchs has been found in contempt of court for breaching two orders made by the High Court in March, in a long-running divorce dispute with his former wife, journalist Alvina Collardeau-Fuchs.
Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Justice David Lammy has announced plans to modernise the criminal courts and cut delays, in reforms he said would deliver ‘swift and fair’ justice for victims. But
The government will increase the amount of criminal legal aid by up to £92 million, the Minister for Courts and Legal Services Sarah Sackman KC (pictured) has announced. The investment lays the groundwork for longer-term
Research by the Law Society of England and Wales has laid bare the levels of threats faced by solicitors, with half of those interviewed for the research reporting threats or abuse related to their work
Family law teams in Bristol and Skipton have been strengthened with the appointment of three experienced specialists. UK Top 50 law firm Birketts has welcomed Will MacFarlane and Sarah Dodds (main photo) to its Bristol
Judges and representatives from children’s and young people’s services came together to discuss reducing the number of care leavers in the criminal justice system last week, at an event hosted by the City of London’s
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has shared new proposals that aim to support equality and diversity in the legal profession and is inviting feedback from across the sector. The proposals would replace existing guidance published
The rule of law is under threat from a lack of access to justice, mistrust of the legal profession and politicians, and a lack of education and knowledge, according to a new report from the
Just days after the House of Lords Select Committee on the Constitution warned of increasing distrust in the legal system that placed the rule of law under threat, Secretary of State for Justice David Lammy
The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) has been granted permission to appeal to the Court of Appeal against the Mazur judgment. Although not party to the original proceedings, CILEX applied for permission earlier this
The legal sector of the future will be centred on tech-driven cross-border solutions built around individual needs, according to a new report commissioned by the Ministry of Justice. The report also questions whether reserved activities
CILEx Regulation (CRL), the independent regulatory body of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, has shared an update on the litigation practice rights of chartered legal executives, saying it understands ‘the significant distress and uncertainty
The Law Society of England and Wales has unveiled the artworks it commissioned to mark 200 years of supporting solicitors, created by celebrated British artist and Turner Prize winner Helen Cammock. ‘A People’s Practice’ is
Legal software provider Actionstep has expanded its UK team from five to 20 people, with new hires in senior leadership and engineering to support the company’s record growth. Since the company with more than 50,000
Two legal consultants are staging a three-day May retreat for law firm leaders in Ibiza’s Cala Carbo, which they promise will be a ‘unique and immersive getaway’. The Lawyers Retreat is being staged by Kirsty