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Ten steps to get the justice system back online after cyber-attack

Key steps must be taken to get the justice system back online following a cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency.

Court waiting times undermine justice

New figures show a record Crown Court backlog of more than 76,957 cases.

Mind the legal aid gap

We urge the UK government to further invest in civil legal aid to avoid people having to represent themselves in court, particularly in cases of...

Trade Strategy backs UK legal sector

We welcome the UK government’s new Trade Strategy, recognising its strong focus on the legal sector as a key driver of growth and job creation....

Redefining 21st century justice as a vital public service

The Law Society of England and Wales has published its recommendations from the 21st Century Justice project that offer a powerful vision for change to...

Target people smugglers not modern slavery victims

We are urging peers to make changes to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill so it focuses on punishing people smugglers, not modern slavery...

Law Society celebrates its 200 years in London

This year, the Law Society of England and Wales marks its 200th anniversary with a tour that has spanned more than 20 cities.

The Law Society welcomes Data Act but raises concerns

We welcome the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025's impetus to modernise data use but remain concerned over data protection, legal safeguards and data adequacy.

Law Society supports SRA’s focus on core responsibilities

The Law Society supports the SRA's reprioritisation of work and emphasis placed on investing in its core functions in the 2025-2026 business plan and budget...

Celebrating 200 years of the Law Society in Liverpool

We mark 200 years since our founding with a special event in Liverpool to celebrate the significant impact solicitors have had on the economy and...

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