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Aston University has appointed Dr Inez Brown as Vice-Chancellor’s Professorial Fellow to advise on diversity and inclusion UK law firms show growing confidence in international expansion, driven by strategic investment and technology The 2024 Legal Year began on 1 October with a traditional ceremony at Westminster Abbey Over 350 women King’s Counsel and judges celebrated 75 years since the first women were appointed KC, highlighting progress and continued efforts toward diversity in the legal profession The International Bar Association endorses the Council of Europe’s first AI governance treaty, safeguarding human rights, democracy, and the rule of law A YouGov poll reveals widespread opposition to increasing inheritance tax (IHT), even among Labour voters. Experts expect exemptions to be targeted in the upcoming budget, urging immediate estate planning The UK, US, and Australia sanctioned 16 Russian cyber-criminals from ‘Evil Corp,’ targeting their malicious activities The SRA’s revised 2024/25 Business Plan prioritises consumer protection, risk management, and improved transparency 
