All articles by Monidipa Fouzder – Page 24
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NewsNews focus: Civil legal aid provision is withering away
Racked by stagnant fees and mounting overheads, civil legal aid providers on the frontline fear for the sustainability of the sector, according to a survey commissioned for the government.
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NewsCompulsory mediation ruled out for separating couples
Ministry of Justice says concerns had been raised about the adequacy of proposed safeguards to protect victims of domestic abuse.
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NewsSocial justice initiative to fund qualifying work experience
Access to Justice Foundation has partnered with Social Welfare Solicitors Qualification Fund to boost talent pipeline.
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NewsBench Book refresh: racism chapter 'tighter and full of practical guidance'
Judiciary declines to confirm if revised version will contain 'problematic' sentences brought to bench book editors' attention.
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NewsBarrister Robert Courts sworn in as solicitor general
Witney and West Oxfordshire MP appointed to attorney general's office during December mini-reshuffle.
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NewsPrison lawyers reveal shocking struggles to see their clients
Solicitor says report provides a 'small snapshot' of the widespread serious delays and lack of appropriate facilities.
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NewsJustice committee chair appointed honorary KC
Sir Bob Neill MP awarded title for helping to uphold the rule of law, and advocating for the judiciary and legal profession.
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NewsFour in 10 civil legal aid providers intend to quit fragile sector in next five years
People facing eviction, abuse and needing care will suffer most from shrinking provider base, Law Society warns.
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NewsNews focus: LCJ sets out her stall before the Commons justice committee
Lady Carr wants to build public understanding of how the justice system works and make the judiciary more inclusive.
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NewsE-conveyancing coalition unveils action plan
Digital Property Market Steering Group sets dates to deliver five key objectives - starting with a consultation on upfront information next month.
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NewsLender pilot 'will save conveyancers thousands of hours on the phone'
HM Land Registry says it will update lenders directly on progress of mortgage security applications.
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NewsPostpone hearings if you feel unsafe, LCJ tells judges
Justice committee asks lady chief justice about court security following assault on family judge.
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NewsRwanda bill: deployment of judges 'matter for the judiciary'
Statement responds to reports that prime minister is planning to draft 150 judges to hear Rwanda appeals.
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NewsCILEX seeks SRA assurance over Axiom Ince compensation bill
Representative body says press coverage of collapsed law firm contributed to negative responses on regulator switch.
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NewsCouncils 'withdrawing funding for practising certificates' to save cash
Lawyers in Local Government says cost-cutting measure puts members at risk of breaching regulatory obligations.
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NewsCILEX claims 'strong support' for SRA regulation switch
Representative body for legal executives says consultation questions on regulatory proposal received at least 60% positive response.
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NewsCivil legal aid review: MoJ issues call for evidence
Government data shows provider numbers have steadily fallen in nearly all of the contracted categories of law.
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NewsJudge takes statutory consultation battle to Court of Appeal
District judge challenging legality of controversial judicial recruitment tool has applied for permission to appeal High Court ruling.
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NewsSRA proposes earlier English language check for foreign qualified lawyers
Practitioners may have to spend £200 to prove to the SRA that they are proficient in the English language.
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NewsTech platform to boost social mobility
Legal recruitment chief says platform could be an aspiring lawyer's first access to a senior legal professional.