All articles by Monidipa Fouzder – Page 23
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NewsKeep records of gaslighting behaviour, GCs told
Lack of management training upon promotion among root causes of workplace bullying identified in white paper.
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NewsInfected blood scandal: bereaved families offered interim £100,000
Government says interim payment offer comes in advance of more comprehensive compensation scheme.
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NewsCriminal legal aid firms issue new contract warning to Mahmood
Over 100 firms warn justice secretary that they may not sign new legal aid contracts if the government fails to increase their remuneration.
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NewsLanguage services procurement sparks fresh court interpreting row
Interpreting body demands external review of outsourcing model as Lords inquiry gets underway with evidence from Law Society and Bar Council.
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OpinionPrisons crisis: a long-term solution Mahmood can explore right now
Criminal defence firm has set out a compelling business case for piloting a holistic defence model that would reduce prison costs and reoffending.
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News'SLAPP' tribunal to hear evidence about 'highly unusual features' of Zahawi threat
Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal hears dispute over evidence sought by regulator on industry practice in defamation matters.
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NewsPrisons crisis: Gauke to lead sentencing review
Law Society welcomes review but says entire criminal justice system needs to be properly funded for government's solution to work.
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NewsClimate risk and TA6: takeaways from the Law Society’s Property Conference
Helping conveyancers understand the ramifications of climate risk was among the topics discussed at the Law Society’s Property Conference. The divisive TA6 information form came up too.
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NewsFresh legal risk guidance for government lawyers
Attorney general Richard Hermer KC wants lawyers advising ministers to feel empowered to stand up for the rule of law.
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NewsBullying and harassment not confined to the bar, LSB tells probe
Oversight regulator has been examining wider impact of poor behaviour and will consult on proposals in relation to professional ethics.
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NewsRule of law 'essential for economic growth' - attorney general
Richard Hermer KC will say the trust that businesses have in the courts is one of UK's greatest commercial advantages.
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News'Time is running out': civil legal aid provider numbers plummet
Law Society says lack of access has implications for people's living situation, health and children's education.
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NewsRenters' Rights Bill will cause court 'gridlock', warns Badenoch
Proposed housing legislation that will end section 21 'no fault' evictions had its second reading in the House of Commons.
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NewsLegal definition of disabled child 'offensive', says Law Commission
Commission says law governing support for disabled children and their families is out of date, inaccessible and potentially unfair.
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NewsPublish legal aid advisory board's report, criminal bar tells MoJ
Criminal Bar Association says Ministry of Justice received the board's recommendations two months ago.
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News'Scale back or withdraw': new threat over criminal legal aid work
Chancery Lane loses patience waiting for government response on criminal legal aid fees and will be issuing guidance to members shortly.
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News200-year-old firm appoints first woman senior partner
Criminal defence solicitor excited to take on new role overseeing high street firm's strategic direction.
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NewsLaw firms hatching international and UK expansion plans
HSBC UK spoke to 95 law firm leaders about the changing opportunities and challenges in the market.
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NewsBlack History Month: Law Society issues guidance to students
Guidance acknowledges that competitive job market can feel even more overwhelming for minority ethnic students.
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NewsIn depth: Justice at the Conservative party conference
The leadership contest dominated the Conservative party conference, but a series of important debates on justice policy took place on the sidelines.