All articles by Monidipa Fouzder – Page 97
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NewsPolice could be sued over Black Lives Matter protests
Public Law Project conference hears concerns about use of kettling and facial recognition technology.
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NewsSRA drops higher rights requirement for youth court solicitors
Regulator says it will review training records to address concerns about standards.
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NewsLand Registry confirms electronic signature arrangements
'Last strict requirement' for paper and pen is removed, paving the way for electronic conveyancing.
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NewsNews focus: 'Reinvigorating' commonhold
The Law Commission believes commonhold could be an attractive alternative to leasehold, dissipating the perception that ‘leaseholders don’t truly own their home’. But lenders need convincing.
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NewsPlugging gaps in legal aid provision will be tough, says LAA
Legal Aid Agency says pandemic could affect efforts to maintain services across all procurement areas.
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News'Not just about the professionals': Buckland defends extended court hours
Lord chancellor acknowledges impact on lawyers but says controversial measure is also about safety.
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NewsAttorney general defends Dominic Cummings tweet
Suella Braverman tells justice select committee her tweet was not a legal opinion.
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NewsJudges get 2% pay rise for Covid-19 response
Judiciary among nine public sector workforces to be rewarded for efforts over the last few months.
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NewsMoJ to consult on legal aid means test in spring 2021
Justice minister Alex Chalk says his department will also review civil sustainability.
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NewsMillions could fall into 'hidden justice gap'
Report highlights spike in demand for help from cash-strapped law centres.
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NewsLaw Commission unveils leasehold proposals
Recommendations to be considered by government include 'fit for purpose' commonhold regime.
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News'No more tolerance' for paper-based conveyancing
Land Registry chief says potential threat of another coronavirus outbreak is changing expectations.
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OpinionHappy 50th birthday, North Kensington Law Centre
To celebrate this special anniversary, the 'A&E of law' is looking to the future.
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NewsJudicial retirement age could rise to 75
Lord chancellor considers whether mandatory age of 70 is still appropriate in balancing expertise, diversity and independence requirements.
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NewsPolice chiefs to replace disclosure consent forms
Forms were criticised by the Information Commissioner's Office and were being legally challenged.
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NewsCriminal justice commission may not report until 2022
'We hope' the royal commission will become operational from the autumn, justice minister tells parliament.
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NewsSecondary school pupils a 'priority audience' on sentencing
Sentencing Council wants to improve young people's confidence in the criminal justice system.
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NewsTax 'holiday' for homebuyers in Wales
Law Society welcomes 'support and stimulus' for residential conveyancing market.
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NewsFace masks in court still not necessary, says HMCTS
Court users can wear face coverings in buildings but judges decide what can be worn in courtroom.