Tribunals & Courts
The courts: Give lawyers a safe working environment, says Law Society
The Law Society has stressed that safety must be prioritised, after Lord Chief Justice Lord Burnett said the courts and tribunals must continue to function
An extra £500m for the courts doesn’t go far enough
A £413m government investment into the family courts and tribunals, boost court capacity and support victims of crime, has been announced by the chan
Family solutions group calls for child-centred approach away from the courts
A report makes sweeping recommendations including the creation of a support framework for children and young people whose parents separate
Depp 3-week libel trial was 'unacceptable' use of court time
Johnny Depp's three-week High Court libel case against The Sun has prompted criticism at “unnecessary” use of court time
Judicial appointment for young solicitor
A young, BAME solicitor has been appointed as a deputy master in High Court’s Chancery Division
Covid-19 laws disproportionately impact the vulnerable, says Law Society
A report has highlighted that emergency covid-19 laws have had a disproportionate impact on society’s most vulnerable
Further measures to tackle criminal case backlog
The MoJ has announced new measures including eight new Nightingale courts to deal with the significant criminal case backlog
HMCTS asks court users to wear face coverings from today
HMCTS asks all court users in England to wear face coverings in court and tribunals buildings from today (27 July).
Remote hearings: well-being has ‘gone out the window’
Significant concerns around the fairness of remote family court hearings and access to technology have been identified by a snap consultation
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