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I agree there should be a single regulator which would give a fair and level playing field, cost savings and clarity for clients(consumers). The representative bodies remain and can concentrate on that.

As far as the term lawyer is concerned may I suggest this applies to qualified lawyers - barristers, soloicitors, chartered legal executives and licensed conveyancers. It would then be clear whether the person conducting legal business was qualified (a lawyer) or unqualified (paralegals etc etc)