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The Sentencing Council has issued a new sentencing guideline for the offences of strangulation and suffocation in England and Wales, set to take effect from 1 January 2025 The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has published thematic reviews focusing on professional obligations and probate and estate administration, ensuring solicitors maintain current knowledge and uphold their professional responsibilities Sustained investment across the criminal justice system is essential to reduce backlogs and ensure fair, efficient justice for the public, warns the Law Society of England and Wales Attorney General outlines strategies to strengthen the rule of law in the face of rising challenges The value of UK legal exports grows, highlighting strong international demand and boosting the economy Juliette Enser outlines CMA strategy to drive growth, deter anti-competitive practices, and maintain open markets Scotland’s legal sector thrives with a surge in new traineeships, marking strong confidence in its future The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IFATE) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB) have introduced the Barrister Apprenticeship Standard, a framework designed to set out the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to become a practising barrister in England and Wales 
