Peter Hill considers developments in the localism bill, complications with academy conversions, the recommendations of the Dilnot report and potential changes to planning law
Watch out, the SRA's powers have increased more than you might think, says Stuart Bushell as he takes a closer look at its enforcement strategy for conveyancing
Setting up a personal injury trust should protect lump sum settlements from being accounted for as capital when it comes to assessing the resources of a care home resident, but it's not always that simple, says Stewart Stretton-Hill
The Public Legal Education Network opened up a world of alternatives for people unable to afford legal services, so why - with some many advice centres closing – aren't the government and the profession taking it more seriously, asks Jon Robins
Doubling the qualifying period for the right to claim unfair dismissal and introducing tribunal fees will not help businesses – it will only deprive employees of their rights and make it easier for employers to sack them, says Anya Palmer
It's like a whole new world. Thirty degree heat in October, a new 'outcomes focused' code of conduct, the introduction of alternative business structures and a Saturday night without Simon Cowell. Thank goodness Bruce is still on the Beeb to keep us all grounded and remind us that it's autumn in England. It's also a time of change in the office as new trainees arrive, others move seats and, sadly, some are lost to 'new opportunities'.
