Regulation and compliance
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NewsFirm denies wrongdoing after failed sickness claim prompts report to SRA
Tour operator says case ‘raises serious and obvious ethical and legal questions’, but north west firm denies any wrongdoing.
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NewsScotland bids to regulate cross-border firms and attract legal business
Law Society of Scotland considering applying to the Legal Services Board to be an authorised regulator.
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NewsSolicitor fined after merger uncovered colleagues' misconduct
Former principal Sheldon Leaman had no idea that improper transfers were taking place.
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NewsFirms appoint anti-money laundering chiefs as quango looms
Firms have been required to appoint a compliance officer to prepare for new anti-money laundering regulations.
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NewsShelve super-exam for six months, say MPs
Justice committee writes to Legal Services Board warning of damage to UK’s reputation.
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News‘Stand up and be counted’ to halt Handbook reforms – Law Society
Rule changes could undermine confidence in solicitors both at home and abroad, Blacklaws says.
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NewsCobbetts bosses to pay £265,000 after investigation into firm's collapse
National firm entered administration in 2013 after struggling in the wake of the economic downturn.
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NewsCity watchdog: Civil justice 'out of reach' for most British citizens
Financial Conduct Authority chair says it is the job of parliament to boost consumer redress rather than tinkering with regulation.
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NewsRegulator warns firms not to hide misconduct complaints behind NDAs
Allegations of sexual harassment or misconduct towards colleagues or clients should always be reported, SRA says.
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NewsNo more 'complaints': Bar watchdog mulls governance shake-up
Regulator says its plans will create a more ‘transparent and positive relationship’ with the public.
