Half a century of getting even
A huge blow was struck for equality just after Christmas nearly 50 years ago. On 29 December 1975, both the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and the Equal Pay Act 1970 came into force.
Damage limitation
PI claims are falling but the market has returned to growth. Joanna Goodman finds out what’s going on in this resilient sector.
A better legal framework for the Square Mile
City of London.
Data protection and a disgraced prince
Freedom of information.
Seeing double
After an announcement that AML supervision of solicitors is to be streamlined, fears have been voiced that the compliance burden will become heavier.
Kim Kardashian’s psychics and the digitalisation of justice
In due course, all justice will be digitalised and we will all be properly trained. But when, and with what resources?
Holding the line against tyranny
The rule of law is part of our national culture – but it is a culture that is now under threat.
Best of the blogs - 23 Nov 2025
Missed our blogs this week? Here’s our top five…
Accessing injustice? Lessons of Post Office Horizon cases for the defence
University of Exeter report offers well-balanced review of the experiences of sub-postmasters involved in the scandal.
News focus
In depth: Fight for Windrush justice goes on
Victims of the Windrush immigration scandal and campaigners fighting to secure justice on their behalf gathered in the House of Lords last week.
Travel
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 ...
Make your next London work trip more than just work
With a touch of planning, even the briefest visit can deliver cultural, culinary, energising and restorative moments that make the journey feel like a welcome pause, not just another task.
Addressing the elephant in the room
Dr Carlo Corcione reviews 'Elgar Concise Encyclopedia of Animal Law'.
Dispatches from the front
Anna Newport reviews 'Conveyancing Handbook (32nd edition)'.
What kings and queens can do
David Pickup reviews 'Royal Law: Prerogative Foundations' by Robert Craig.
'Brexit' US-style
James E Hurford reviews 'American Law in a Global Context: The Basics (2nd edition)'.
Nuremberg (2025)
Directed by James Vanderbilt.
