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10 Aug 2023

FCA requests data from banks on account closures

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has sent an information request to the largest banks and building societies, a week after announcing an investigation into 'freedom of expression and the provision of banking services'.

9 Aug 2023

Defamation: OFSI's controversial stand on access to justice and reputation rights

Abigail Healey examines OFSI's approach to defamation license applications, probing access to justice and reputation rights

31 Jul 2023

High Court rules DWP in breach of equality laws

The High Court found that the Department for Work and Pensions unlawfully failed to provide blind people with accessible communications regarding their benefits.

22 Jun 2023

SRA proposed budget increase could impact firms

The Solicitors Regulation Authority's (SRA) 2023-2024 business plan and budget consultation proposes a 12% budget increase, which could impact firms who are already facing inflationary pressures, the Law Society of England and Wales said today.

17 May 2023

Workplace bullying in law firms – a new frontier?

Richard Fox, Jessica Clay and Lucinda Soon discuss what constitutes workplace bullying in light of the recent high-profile case against former justice secretary Dominic Raab

17 May 2023

Law firms and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace

Despite various regulatory changes, firms can do more to prevent sexual harassment

17 Apr 2023

Changing the law on bereavement damages

Bilal Hussain reflects on alternatives to laws in England and Wales, in comparison to Scotland and other European jurisdictions

14 Apr 2023

Understanding the most important allyship and inclusion behaviours in firms

Jo Kandola explores how leaders can play a positive role in fostering diversity within a firm