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Mishcon de Reya appoints new leader

Mishcon de Reya has announced the election of Daniel Naftalin as its new Managing Partner, set to take office in summer 2026 after a transitional...

Fletchers comments on clinical negligence report

Peter Haden, chief executive of Fletchers, has welcomed the Public Accounts Committee's report on clinical negligence highlighting its human and financial impact and the importance...

Ex-LCF CEO and wife face contempt

Michael and Debbie Thomson, former LCF CEO and his wife, admit to multiple court order breaches

Youth justice sees record lows in 2024

Recent statistics highlight significant reductions in youth justice involvement, but systemic delays and biases pose risks for progress

New leadership for TfL's legal team

Transport for London has appointed two new Legal Directors to enhance its legal function and resilience

Government caps ground rents for leases

The UK government has announced a cap on ground rents in older leases, sparking mixed reactions among experts

Major boost for legal aid fees

Access to justice in Scotland has been significantly improved with a 13% increase in all legal aid fees following a sustained campaign from the Law...

LawCare surpasses pandemic support levels in 2025

LawCare's latest report reveals an unprecedented increase in mental health support demand within the legal sector in 2025, reaching 753 individuals, more than any previous...