Why it’s time to modernise legal regulation
Compliance and oversight.
KC appointments: Out ranked
Critics argue that the silk selection process remains discriminatory.
Double recovery, PI trusts and the Care Act
Community care.
Teaching lawyers to understand code
Technology.
Recalling ubiquitous and exhausting nonsense
Women in the law.
Life of PII
The solicitors’ PII market remains gratifyingly benign. So what is there to be concerned about?
Shock, anger and lost caseloads: A chartered legal executive on life since Mazur
We speak to the law firm director told by the court she could no longer represent her client.
The law on anticipatory self-defence
The US has not demonstrated ’requisite imminence’ of an attack by Iran.
Lawyers defend right to jury trial
Protest arranged quickly to coincide with the first parliamentary debate of Courts and Tribunals Bill attracts an impressive turnout.
Mother in Law: Lessons from World Book Day
Diary of a busy practitioner, somewhere in England.
News focus
In depth: Four MPs are demanding to know why Andrew Milne is still on the roll
Parliamentarians claim the solicitor has caused their constituents ‘an unimaginable amount of stress’.
Travel
New year, new energy: Top destinations to unwind
January invites us to start the year with intention. Whether it’s sunshine, spa time, or simply a change of scenery, you can now book restorative travel experiences in 2026 and beyond!
Hidden holiday gems: Unique destinations to discover
Whether you’re dreaming of twinkling Christmas markets, a sunny New Year’s getaway, or a quiet winter retreat closer to home, utc.travel helps you make more of your time off and spend less doing it.
The rise of travel as a wellness benefit: Why time off isn’t enough
The modern workforce faces unprecedented levels of stress, burnout, and disengagement. While traditional 'time off' once promised recovery, it’s no longer enough. A recent Robert Walters study (2025) found that over half of UK professionals check work emails while on holiday, undermining the very purpose of their break. True wellness ...
Demystifying the parole process
Steven Ball reviews 'Parole Board Hearings – law and practice (4th edition)'.
An invaluable tool
Richard Charlton reviews 'Court of Protection Handbook – a user’s guide (5th edition)'.
Doctrinal rigour and practical utility
Zainab Zaeem reviews 'Statutory Nuisance: law and practice (3rd edition)'.
Law and the human brain
James E Hurford reviews 'International Legal Theory and the Cognitive Turn'.
The shot 'went off by itself': Accidents don't happen with The King's Players
Opening night of ‘The Accident’, a play written and produced by staff and students at King’s College London, poses the question: 'Did the gun go off accidentally?'.
