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New technology to enhance justice for victims

The UK government is introducing Virtual Remand Hearings, aiming to reduce delays and improve court efficiency for victims

Bus lanes to aid court efficiency

The Government's new plan aims to reduce prisoner transport delays and expedite justice for victims

Sentencing guidelines for weapons updated

The Sentencing Council has published new proposals for sentencing guidelines related to knives and offensive weapons

Government clears modern slavery case backlog

The UK government's recent efforts have resulted in the elimination of a major backlog in modern slavery cases, enabling quicker recognition and support for victims...

Nagra v Unipart: EAT rules tribunal need not repeat contract worker point to litigant in person

EAT holds tribunal need not repeat explanation of unpleaded Equality Act contract worker route.

Central Térmica de Temane v Banco Santander: Spanish injunction no defence to demand bonds

Calver J orders Santander to pay US$90m on demand bonds despite Spanish injunction.

SJ Interview: Helen Bunker

Helen Bunker, chair of Blake Morgan, speaks to Solicitors Journal

Making accountability count

The profession has good reason to ask how reform will preserve effective scrutiny of public decisions, and what evidence will establish that the changes achieve...

DWF strengthens casualty team with new partner

DWF has appointed experienced insurance lawyer David Kennedy as a partner in its Dublin office.

Freeths assists Unit4 in acquisition

Freeths has successfully guided Unit4 in acquiring Paris-based Napta, enhancing their growth and sector offerings