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Nuffield Foundation appoints new chair of Nuffield Family Justice Observatory’s board

December 6, 2023

Examples of unethical conduct undermining rule of law – LSB research

December 6, 2023

Australian practice management system launches in UK

December 5, 2023

Judge assaulted in family court room

December 5, 2023

CNC links up with UK’s leading domestic abuse charity

December 4, 2023

New LawtechUK scaler programme open for applications

December 4, 2023

Refuge responds to the MoJ’s consultation on tougher sentences for domestic killers

December 1, 2023

Resolution calls for more rights for unmarried couples

November 30, 2023

Arbitration Bill passes first reading

November 30, 2023

1.4m women experienced domestic abuse last year – statistics reveal

November 30, 2023

SRA provides Compensation Fund update

November 30, 2023

Cafcass announces new ‘Domestic Abuse Practice Reference Group’

November 30, 2023

Windsor-based firm expands with acquisition

November 29, 2023

Burgess Mee Family Law Appoints Private Client Lawyer

November 29, 2023

Lawrence Stephens promotes two to joint Heads of Family

November 29, 2023

Mother advocates for legal change after daughter’s suicide following domestic abuse

November 27, 2023

Legal services ‘overlooked’ in Chancellor’s business tax cut

November 24, 2023

Thousands more people benefit from free legal support

November 23, 2023

Funding shortages threaten domestic violence prevention programmes – research reveals

November 23, 2023

Modernised laws to secure UK as world leader in dispute resolution

November 23, 2023

Law Society publishes guidance to support disabled students

November 23, 2023

Lord Chancellor’s Speech at the Civil Justice Council’s National Forum

November 22, 2023

Law Society comments on MOJ vision

November 22, 2023

New Partner leads the way for Hugh James’ Family Team

November 21, 2023

K J Smith Opens New Office in Summertown, Oxford

November 17, 2023

Victims to be protected through Sentencing Reforms

November 16, 2023

FLBA Annual Conference – 14th October 2023

November 16, 2023

Cafcass publishes its strategic plan for 2023-26

November 16, 2023

Charity calls for next government to put children ‘at the heart of policy making’

November 16, 2023

Charities urge Chancellor to reverse ‘unfair and ineffective conditionality change’

November 16, 2023

Southgate Solicitors promotes family solicitor, Chloë Rodway

November 15, 2023

At Risk of Suicide: Information for professionals working within the court system

November 15, 2023

Reminder: HMCTS Centre answering divorce application queries between 10-6

November 15, 2023

Bell Lamb & Joynson Wins LawNet Law Firm of the Year Award

November 14, 2023

Government ignores children caught up in divorce and separation

November 14, 2023

Guidance Reminder on Grant of Rights of Audience

November 14, 2023

FJYPB works with Cafcass on Word Busting

November 13, 2023

Inform clients of cost increases or face sanctions, Legal Ombudsman states

November 9, 2023

Government responds to Domestic Abuse and the Family Court report

November 9, 2023

Ofcom’s first draft codes of practice under Online Safety Act

November 9, 2023

King’s Speech: Criminal Justice reforms

November 9, 2023

Refuge responds to lack of VAWG in King’s Speech

November 9, 2023

Law Commission – financial remedies reform options

November 9, 2023

National review following the death of Baby M

November 9, 2023

Raising awareness of domestic abuse: The Intersection of Technology in Domestic Abuse and Family Law Cases

November 9, 2023

New research challenges divorce myths

November 9, 2023

Family Justice Council – 16th Annual Debate

November 8, 2023

Speech by the Master of the Rolls: Justice in the Digital Age

November 7, 2023

Kent Family Justice Board Child Care Conference – 8th November 2023

November 7, 2023

BDB Pitmans boosts family team with new hires

November 6, 2023

4PB launches Student Family Law Essay Competition

November 3, 2023

Online Safety Act ‘significant step forward’ in protecting victims of domestic abuse

November 2, 2023

National Fertility Awareness Week – Workplace Pregnancy Loss Training

November 2, 2023

Police review thousands of Clare’s Law applications amid information failures

November 2, 2023

‘Alienation’ – State of Affairs

November 1, 2023

ALC National Conference 16-18th November 2023

November 1, 2023

Is your firm receiving small, unexplained payments by card?

November 1, 2023

Children’s social care profits soar, promoting calls for financial oversight

November 1, 2023

Cafcass and FJYPB win at the Children and Young People Awards 2023

November 1, 2023

Law Society makes regulation recommendations ahead of AI Safety Summit

October 31, 2023

Law Society raise concerns over SRA proposal to cover Solicitors Compensation Fund shortfall

October 31, 2023

Concerns mount over GP medical record access for abuse survivors

October 31, 2023

4PB’s Barbara Mills KC leads delegation to Nairobi Centre for International Arbitration

October 31, 2023

Investment in childcare boosted by new resources and online tools

October 30, 2023

Law Society asks for members’ views on unbundling

October 30, 2023

National Fertility Awareness Week – In/Fertility in the City Event

October 27, 2023

4PB welcomes two new joiners to Chambers

October 27, 2023

Online Safety Act receives Royal Assent

October 26, 2023

British Family Law Awards – Enter Today

October 26, 2023

Today’s Training: Family Law Courses

October 26, 2023

Cafcass latest figures indicate small reduction in workload

October 26, 2023

Victims demand reduced court transcript costs

October 26, 2023

‘Reinstate legal aid funding for early advice’, says Law Society President

October 26, 2023

Survivor proposes ‘P.E.A.C.H’ alert system to combat domestic abuse

October 24, 2023

Over 105k Childlline counselling sessions in the past year were for children struggling with mental health issues – report

October 24, 2023

CPR Update: Disclosure of Electronic Documents

October 23, 2023

Scale of AML non-compliance forces SRA into action

October 23, 2023

Child sexual abuse victims have been ‘let down’ by government, says IICSA

October 23, 2023

Local children’s services thrive amid national challenges, report reveals

October 20, 2023

Research exposes link between online content and youth views on domestic abuse

October 20, 2023

YRES Kent Shuffleboard and Pizza Event

October 20, 2023

Access to justice ‘undermined’ due to lacklustre online court services, says The Law Society

October 18, 2023

1 in 3 firms compliant with AML regime – SRA annual report

October 18, 2023

Resolution welcomes Labour Party’s commitment to reforming the law for cohabiting couples

October 18, 2023

Ask Chambers and Partners LIVE: Your invitation to an exclusive event series

October 18, 2023

One week left to enter – The British Family Law Awards

October 18, 2023

Women’s Aid and National Express launch Road to Refuge

October 18, 2023

Private Client Network: On a mission to bring together all private client professionals

October 17, 2023

Laurus welcomes renowned family partner Jacqueline Fitzgerald to the team

October 13, 2023

New Law Society President Inaugurated

October 13, 2023

House of Commons: Overview of Online Safety Bill

October 13, 2023

Law Commission seeks views on electronic wills and predatory marriage

October 11, 2023

Law Commission confirms details of MCA Scoping report

October 11, 2023

LawCare sees a 24% surge in support-seeking individuals, research shows

October 11, 2023

New research advocates for distinct focus on childhood verbal abuse

October 11, 2023

Survey: 1 in 3 rapes and sexual assaults perpetrated by current and ex-partners

October 11, 2023

2/3rds of lawyers feel held back after children

October 11, 2023

Mental health legislation needs urgent reforms, says The Law Society

October 10, 2023

Family Law Group Now A J9 Safe Space

October 5, 2023

RWK Goodman new Head of International Children

October 5, 2023

SRA takes control of the Solicitors Indemnity Fund, says The Law Society

October 5, 2023

Families continue to be victims of a broken justice system, says The Law Society

October 5, 2023

Jade’s Law to be introduced to better protect children – MoJ

October 5, 2023

Government launches ‘new crackdown’ on parents who refuse to pay child maintenance

October 5, 2023

Petition for paid leave for victims of domestic abuse

October 4, 2023

Harrogate Family Law Secure £165,000 in funding

October 3, 2023

Rising prosecutions highlight concerns over abortion laws in the UK

September 27, 2023

New divorce legislation sees 15% surge in final orders, data reveals

September 27, 2023

New crime reforms mandate full prison sentences for rapists

September 27, 2023

Irwin Mitchell expands family law practice

September 26, 2023

Councils ‘failing’ on child services and prevention, report reveals

September 25, 2023

Government rejects legal definition for honour-based abuse

September 21, 2023

PII costs “not expected to fall in the near term”

September 21, 2023

VAWG sector demands an end to violence against women and girls

September 21, 2023

HFEA launches #WhoIsMyDonor campaign to raise awareness of donor conception

September 20, 2023

Younger workers lack communication skills – Poll

September 19, 2023

Paul Davies appointed Head of Sales and Marketing at Teal Group

September 18, 2023

Resolution Awards crown “Champions of Family Justice”

September 14, 2023

Legal Aid cut in half since 1996

September 14, 2023

Rule of law “eroded” says landmark report

September 14, 2023

Salary ‘top factor’ for retaining lawyers, study reveals

September 14, 2023

Japananese government set to allow divorced couples to share custody of children

September 13, 2023

Review of “obstructive and costly” SLAPPs

September 12, 2023

Government plans to automatically dismiss police staff guilty of gross misconduct

September 8, 2023

Irwin Mitchell combines with Scottish law firm

September 8, 2023

Parental alienation a ‘handy tool for abusers’, new study finds

September 6, 2023

‘Persistent failure’ of CMS set to be challenged by charity

September 6, 2023

Domestic abusers to be tagged on prison release under new plans

September 6, 2023

Draft guidance on alienating allegations responses released

September 6, 2023

A glimpse into our upcoming Inaugural Family Law Conference

September 6, 2023

Surrogacy UK: The real cost of a surrogacy journey revealed

September 6, 2023

DIY divorcees urged to seek legal advice now to avoid ‘financial pain’ in the future

September 6, 2023

Social landlords urged to open doors to childminders

August 30, 2023

Pay rises for lawyers who move jobs treble that of those who stay put – study

August 30, 2023

The Drive Partnership celebrates new funding to tackle domestic abuse

August 30, 2023

Mayor announces additional £3m fund for grassroots organisations tacking VAWG

August 30, 2023

Online grooming of children has nearly doubled in last 5 years, study finds

August 23, 2023

New tool launched to check clients’ eligibility for legal aid

August 23, 2023

Women’s Aid: Manchester United’s Greenwood decision a relief for survivors

August 23, 2023

Andrew Tucker, CEO of Irwin Mitchell, passes away

August 23, 2023

Forensic accountant urges lawyers to be cautious about no gain, no loss window extension

August 22, 2023

Reports calls for Local Authorities to improve decision-making in SEND cases

August 22, 2023

Increase in parents seeking advice about leaving children home alone over summer holidays

August 21, 2023

Thousands of adopted children’s names appear in data leak

August 18, 2023

Upward trend in forced marriage protection orders continuing, says Ministry of Justice

August 18, 2023

Domestic violence orders marginally up on this time last year

August 16, 2023

Cohabitation law ‘severely deficient’, says firm

August 15, 2023

95% of legal professionals believe AI tools will have a ‘noticeable impact’ on practice of law

August 11, 2023

Transformation to children’s social care to ‘put families first’

August 9, 2023

Texan judge temporarily lifts abortion ban

August 9, 2023

Lawyer calls for overhaul of UK surrogacy laws in response to Italy’s ban

August 8, 2023

Celebrities being paid to deliver divorce news – reports

August 8, 2023

UK legal sector at risk, National Cyber Security Center warns

August 7, 2023

Children’s organisations express concerns over Illegal Migration Act

August 2, 2023

Government announces funding boost for specialist victim support services

August 2, 2023

UK businesses to get free government tool to tackle economic abuse

August 2, 2023

Funding plan revealed for free childcare from nine months-old

August 2, 2023

Sexual harassment of female students and staff a ‘serious problem’

August 1, 2023

SRA fines firm which failed to have AML risk assessment for four years

August 1, 2023

Half of law firms missing out on talent by not considering all university backgrounds, study finds

July 31, 2023

New partnership study to promote infant wellbeing and social development

July 28, 2023

Honour-based abuse will remain hidden unless victim support improves, committee warns

July 26, 2023

New child maintenance legislation comes into force

July 26, 2023

Sunak expected to delay issuing transgender guidance for schools

July 26, 2023

Today’s Training | An Introduction to Family Law

July 26, 2023

Latest fertility data ‘paints promising picture’ but pandemic aftershocks ‘may continue’ says UK regulator

July 24, 2023

Talbots Law acquires Wright Solicitors

July 21, 2023

Child Support (Enforcement) Bill set to receive Royal Assent

July 19, 2023

CA reduces sentence of woman who aborted child between 32 and 34 weeks

July 19, 2023

Overhaul of criminal justice system delivers ‘significant improvement’ for rape victims

July 19, 2023

Judicial report shows ‘little progress’ for women and ethnic minority candidates

July 18, 2023

Working parents to benefit from childcare boost worth up to £1,630 per month

July 18, 2023

Concerns continue to be voiced around mandatory mediation proposals

July 12, 2023

ADCS welcomes government’s response to children’s social care review

July 12, 2023

Unaccompanied children waiting years in ‘limbo’ in asylum system

July 12, 2023

Police forces ‘failing’ women who report being sexually exploited by officers – report

July 12, 2023

Family law market grew 4.5% during last year – report

July 12, 2023

New funding call for domestic abuse programmes launches

July 12, 2023

Working Together to Safeguard Children: Consultation on changes to statutory guidance

July 11, 2023

Justice Secretary confirms government set to abandon Bill of Rights

July 5, 2023

71 countries call for removal of online child sexual abuse materials

July 5, 2023

Government announces £10m in funding to support vulnerable adults

July 5, 2023

Women’s sector organisations urge government to fund domestic abuse services

July 4, 2023

Commissioner calls for ‘radical rehaul’ of the SEND system

July 3, 2023

‘No simple explanation’ why BAME solicitors are overrepresented in complaints SRA receieve

July 3, 2023

Vision Foundation invests in project to support visually impaired domestic abuse victims

June 30, 2023

Victims’ Commissioner’s Office announces temporary chief

June 30, 2023

Cafcass launches animated video for children and young people involved in family court proceedings

June 28, 2023

Domestic abuse services in the community ‘under pressure’ from lack of funding

June 28, 2023

Resolution announces Annual Awards finalists

June 28, 2023

Law Society survey: HMCTS portal

June 28, 2023

Buyers found for parts of collapsed law firm network – report

June 27, 2023

Unbundling ‘could improve access to legal services’

June 27, 2023

Non-fatal strangulation: One year on

June 26, 2023

SRA proposed budget increase could impact firms – The Law Society

June 26, 2023

New sanctions set to hold perpetrators of sexual violence in conflict to account

June 23, 2023

Home Office considers broadening scope of domestic homicide reviews

June 21, 2023

Cost of living crisis ‘preventing women from escaping abuse’

June 21, 2023

Victims and Prisoners Bill begins next stage through Parliament

June 20, 2023

Practice Direction Update No 3 of 2023

June 19, 2023

New guide set to help families access trust funds of disabled young adults

June 14, 2023

New scheme helps wellbeing of children affected by parental alcohol use

June 14, 2023

Value of pro bono family law advice highlighted

June 9, 2023

Women’s Aid Patron Melanie Brown MBE calls for domestic abuse to be ‘key election issue’

June 7, 2023

Boost to childcare payments marks ‘first step in largest expansion of childcare’

June 7, 2023

Online barristers’ chambers secures significant private equity funding

May 31, 2023

Outsourced social care relates to worries about vulnerable child placements, research shows

May 31, 2023

Divorce delays for teachers and NHS staff due to pension recalculations

May 31, 2023

Thousands more can apply to become judges under plans to expand diversity

May 30, 2023

Delay in reforming children’s social care ‘will cost taxpayers £1bn over 10 years’

May 30, 2023

Government strategy on children’s social care ‘unambitious’ and ‘too slow’ – Lords Committee

May 26, 2023

Law Commission publishes proposals for reform of sexual offences prosecutions

May 24, 2023

Judge orders victim to negotiate childcare directly with rapist ex-husband

May 24, 2023

Disabled survivor of domestic abuse successfully challenges legal aid guidance

May 24, 2023

Care services in Wales set for ‘radical reform’

May 24, 2023

Rape victims will no longer face invasive requests from police to access therapy notes

May 23, 2023

National deprivation of liberty court: Latest data trends – April 2023

May 22, 2023

Home Office announces raft of new measures set to ‘weed out’ domestic abuse

May 17, 2023

Time to take ‘justice’ out of family justice system, says top judge

May 17, 2023

1GC announces two new additions to their ranks

May 17, 2023

77% of local authorities offer no specialist support for children who have experienced sexual abuse – report

May 17, 2023

Cohabitees warned as ONS data reveals extent of pandemic plunge in marriages

May 17, 2023

Police officers with links to domestic abuse and sex offences ‘still being recruited’

May 17, 2023

Law for Life updates on success of Affordable Advice service

May 17, 2023

CILEx Regulation launches consultation on future of CILEx professionals

May 16, 2023

Cost of living crisis ‘impacting divorce decision making’

May 10, 2023

Court reduces mandatory divorce waiting period for client with ‘life-limiting health conditions’

May 10, 2023

Over 90% of teachers say that safeguarding referrals have risen

May 10, 2023

HMCTS announces improved support for children going to court as witnesses

May 10, 2023

Charity highlights 50% rise in support for solicitors last year

May 10, 2023

Prime Minister urged to strengthen Online Safety Bill to tackle VAWG

May 10, 2023

HFEA urges donors to update their contact details

May 5, 2023

Special Guardianship Orders: Legal aid support extended

May 3, 2023

10% of private family law applications involve non-parents, research shows

May 3, 2023

Negligent divorce advice lands Essex firm £400,000 bill

May 3, 2023

Cafcass issues new practice quality standards for working with children and families

May 3, 2023

Report calls for mandatory safeguarding and domestic abuse training for all contact centre staff

April 28, 2023

PLWG sets out new best practice guidance for making and operation of supervision orders

April 26, 2023

‘Love-bombing’ included in new CPS guidance on prosecuting abusive partners

April 26, 2023

Law Commission ponders review of legislation on social care for disabled children

April 26, 2023

Firm launches new ‘one couple, one lawyer’ service

April 26, 2023

Safeguarding intervention guidelines published for unborn or newborn babies

April 26, 2023

National deprivation of liberty court: Latest data trends

April 24, 2023

Family law firm highlights hybrid working success

April 23, 2023

Government set to miss target to reduce courts backlog, data shows

April 21, 2023

Sir Richard Broadbent appointed chair of HMCTS Board

April 21, 2023

Over 10,000 women fleeing domestic abuse refused safe housing last year – report

April 19, 2023

Over 400 victims of forced marriage in the past year, research shows

April 19, 2023

What do new CGT reforms mean for the future of divorce?

April 19, 2023

New course to help parents prioritise children’s needs during separation

April 19, 2023

PM to ‘clamp down’ on grooming gangs

April 19, 2023

Diary of a Legal Aid Lawyer: Reasonable adjustments in court

April 19, 2023

Government sets out plans for ‘failure to prevent fraud’ offence

April 19, 2023

Family Mediation Council responds to mandatory mediation plans

April 19, 2023

National Family Mediation announces new CEO

April 14, 2023

Law Commission launches review of Matrimonial Causes Act 1973

April 12, 2023

Report highlights weak points in CPS’ handling of domestic abuse cases

April 12, 2023

Ofsted sets out registration process for supported accommodation providers

April 12, 2023

64% of lawyers believe access to justice has worsened over the last decade – report

April 12, 2023

75% of law firms reported year-on-year growth in fee income in 2022

April 12, 2023

‘No-Fault Divorce’ – One year on

April 6, 2023

Divorce applications at highest level in a decade

April 6, 2023

Family court system still mired with delays, says Law Society

April 6, 2023

Call to end the combative language of family separation – report

April 6, 2023

Domestic abuse victims to be given lifeline payments

April 5, 2023

Domestic Abuse Commissioner: The time for lip service is over

April 5, 2023

LSB 2023/24 Business Plan Published

April 4, 2023

Legal aid: ‘A decade of cuts’

April 4, 2023

Putting brakes on court reform the right approach, says Law Society

April 3, 2023

How women changed family law

March 31, 2023

Family Mediation Week declared successful with plans for 2024 underway

March 31, 2023

Surrogacy: ‘Revolutionary’ changes could see intended parents recognised in law from birth

March 29, 2023

Separating families facing mandatory mediation under new plans

March 29, 2023

Domestic abuse victims to be given right to challenge dropping of cases under new reforms

March 29, 2023

Unregulated accommodation for those in care aged 16 and 17 set to be banned

March 29, 2023

New Access to Justice Foundation grant ‘set to help thousands get early legal help’

March 29, 2023

Supporting Families: ‘Flagship’ programme receives additional funding

March 29, 2023

LSB parks review of reserved legal activities

March 23, 2023

Domestic abusers who kill their partners set for tougher sentences

March 23, 2023

Cost of living crisis causing couples to delay divorce, data suggests

March 23, 2023

Future of eSignatures unclear as Industry Working Group fails to agree way forward

March 23, 2023

AML strain likely to increase, SRA boss tells conference

March 23, 2023

Refuge responds to alleged comments that bulk of rape reports are ‘regretful sex’

March 17, 2023

CMS: Judicial review hearing of ‘persistent failure’ given green light

March 16, 2023

Stowe Family Law announces latest acquisition

March 16, 2023

Police in the UK ‘missed hundreds of sex offenders’

March 16, 2023

Compulsory mediation: MoJ expects 700% uptick in workload

March 16, 2023

Migration policies failing families, says Lords Committee

March 10, 2023

Access to means-free legal aid extended for families and domestic abuse victims

March 9, 2023

McFarlane considers best practice when servicing a parent in refuge

March 9, 2023

Most vulnerable given more support to pay for court fees

March 9, 2023

Give police power to seize domestic abusers’ house keys, pleads senior coroner

March 9, 2023

Women’s Aid plea: Every £1 invested in domestic abuse saves £9

March 7, 2023

Commons briefing paper delves into issues surrounding polygamous marriages

March 3, 2023

Legal age of marriage rises to 18

March 2, 2023

Image-based abuse: Woman awarded £97k damages

March 2, 2023

Marriage ‘going out of fashion’, data suggests

March 2, 2023

New ‘family hubs’ set to offer local support to families

March 2, 2023

Family Division Liaison Judge appointments

March 2, 2023

Legal action launched over Home Office’s sham marriage screening algorithm

February 28, 2023

LawCare reports huge rise in legal professionals with career concerns

February 23, 2023

ADCS President slams profiteering in children’s placements market

February 23, 2023

“Failure to prevent fraud” set to become an offence

February 23, 2023

Employees to be given greater say over “when, where, and how” they work

February 21, 2023

Pre-recorded evidence “could triple” in effort to avoid cross-examination trauma

February 16, 2023

Cafcass publishes “top tips” for those involved in the family court

February 16, 2023

Legal AI platform “marks new era for industry”, says Magic Circle firm

February 16, 2023

Report lays bare “shambolic” state of court buildings

February 15, 2023

LSB calls for improvement in leadership of legal regulators

February 14, 2023

Brave boy reports abusive father to police

February 13, 2023

Father sees request for male social worker rejected by Court of Appeal

February 10, 2023

Study reveals “extreme vulnerability” of children subject to DoL applications

February 9, 2023

Charging rates remain “woefully low” for intimate image offences, say Refuge

February 9, 2023

Government launches plan to transform children’s social care

February 9, 2023

Women’s Aid: Domestic abuse funding still falling short

February 9, 2023

Family Procedure (Amendment) Rules 2023 published

February 9, 2023

Two in three lawyers suffered burnout in 12 months, study finds

February 9, 2023

Two thirds of first-time buyers cohabiting, study finds

February 7, 2023

Life as a family lawyer: In conversation with Linda Hunter

February 6, 2023

New £17m fund set to support child victims of abuse

February 2, 2023

Family court reporting pilot launches

February 2, 2023

Rape victims set to be better protected from invasive record requests

February 2, 2023

“Big cultural change” pilots journalists reporting in family courts

January 26, 2023

Surrogacy: CA provides “essential guidance” on consent requirements within HFEA 2008

January 26, 2023

Fines totalling £25,000 highlight risk of non-compliance

January 26, 2023

Update: Submitting contested financial remedy applications using MyHMCTS

January 26, 2023

Crisis in local government will slow plans for progress

January 24, 2023

Government reveals four key objectives to tackle conflict-related sexual violence

January 20, 2023

£36m domestic abuse prevention fund launched

January 19, 2023

Government announces ban on conversion therapy

January 19, 2023

Police officer admits to 49 offences against women over 18-year reign of terror

January 19, 2023

Listen Up, Speak Up: New campaign to help adults spot and report child abuse

January 19, 2023

CILEX acquires Institute of Paralegals

January 19, 2023

Government seeks consultation on regulations for supported accommodation provision

January 16, 2023

Consultation launched on Hague Convention 2019

January 13, 2023

“Comprehensive review” of civil legal aid market underway – but changes remain years away

January 12, 2023

Police failing to safeguard sexual abuse victims from honour-based abuse – report

January 12, 2023

Domestic abuse: Cost of living “pushing services to breaking point”

January 12, 2023

Rape cases reaching court up 91% from 2019

January 12, 2023

Judge calls for more media scrutiny on Wales’s social care “scandal”

January 12, 2023

Lesson pack teaching students about relationships receives PSHE Quality Mark

January 6, 2023

“Children cannot afford to wait”: Expert panel calls for urgent child safeguarding reform

January 5, 2023

Government issues call to action to protect those born of sexual violence in conflict

January 5, 2023

Regulator reveals over 50% rise in complaints against barristers

January 5, 2023

Government announces £12 million grant to organisations giving free legal advice

January 5, 2023

Expert warns women over 35 not to freeze eggs

January 3, 2023

New guidance tells lawyers not to call judges “sir” or “madam”

December 30, 2022

Why is the legal sector reluctant to accept remote working?

December 29, 2022

Domestic abuse charity operator receives Chris de Burgh tribute video

December 28, 2022

Happy Holidays from the Today’s Media team

December 22, 2022

Data reveals number of children looked after up 2% in 2022

December 22, 2022

Judge praises family lawyer who was subjected to “intense” abuse

December 16, 2022

2021 sees significant drop-off in new civil partnerships

December 15, 2022

Charity slams UN’s ”demonising” approach to parental alienation

December 15, 2022

Migrant domestic abuse survivors “must not fall through the cracks”

December 15, 2022

Children and Families Act 2014 “ultimately failed” – report

December 15, 2022

Metamorph: SRA confirms intervention into four firms

December 14, 2022

Government announces new laws to prosecute abusers who share intimate images

December 14, 2022

Judge blasts CPS and police for failing to take care of alleged abuse victim

December 13, 2022

Government pledges £15 million to tackle VAWG

December 12, 2022

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