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OpinionThe rule of law is not negotiable
Britain’s international standing is underpinned by our reputation for respect for the rule of law and fair play.
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There is no choice over the rule of law
In our role as solicitors we cannot support the government’s stated intention to break international law.
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Secrets and spies
The Law Commission concludes it is time to reform our antiquated official secrets acts. Updating the terminology would be the easy bit.
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Legal aid heroism stretches to buying baby formula for a client
Legal aid lawyers' dedication to justice never ceases to amaze.
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Diverse perspectives are key to responding to change
A more inclusive legal profession is a stronger legal profession.
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BAME is not my name
BAME is a poor descriptor and the legal profession should stop using it.
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Let's end this obsession with legal bargains
There’s nothing wrong with shopping around, but those pushing the low-cost agenda are short-changing consumers.
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Should we fret about Pret?
Service jobs displaced from city centres may rematerialise in towns from where commuters used to slog in to work - but that is beside the point.
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Mother in law: Office romances
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England.
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Official secrets and spies
We should not rush into reforming laws on espionage and unauthorised disclosures.
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Activist lawyers exist - see climate change
Lawyers for Extinction Rebellion is taking action this week against lawyers’ professional bodies, starting with the Law Society.
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Maintaining the lawtech momentum
The legal profession has adapted swiftly to the pandemic. Underpinning this achievement is technology.
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Racism in the City
Organisations have sensible-sounding policies against discrimination in the workplace, but who is monitoring their effectiveness?
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PLP research reveals challenges of online immigration appeals
Key issues with procedure include under-resourcing and insufficient consideration of how it interacts with existing justice system.
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Mother in law: We're counting on you, Keir
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England.
