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    Brexit: European Commission implements 'no-deal' Contingency Action Plan

    The European Commission has announced the measures it is adopting in advance of the UK's departure from the EU to mitigate the effects of a 'no-deal' Brexit.

    20 December 2018
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    Realism and justice needed to shape future immigration system

    The rule of law depends on an immigration system that is fair and fit for purpose, the Law Society of England and Wales said.

    20 December 2018
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    Parliamentary briefing: Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill - House of Commons second reading

    We are concerned by provisions that would remove vital safeguards for vulnerable individuals who receive care and treatment under conditions of detention.

    18 December 2018
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    Parliamentary briefing: Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Bill - House of Lords report stage

    We are supporting amendments to the Bill that would remove provisions allowing officials to listen into confidential client-lawyer consultations.

    17 December 2018
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    Westminster weekly update: Courts and Tribunals Bill progresses while meaningful vote postponed

    The Courts and Tribunals (Judiciary and Functions of Staff) Bill completed its passage through the House of Commons after concluding its remaining stages last week.

    17 December 2018
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    Employment law overhaul takes account of gig economy

    The Law Society has said that employment law is getting a much-needed overhaul to protect the rights of people working in the gig economy.

    17 December 2018
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    Parliamentary briefing: Non-Contentious Probate (Fees) Order

    We are strongly opposed to proposals that would dramatically hike fees for grant of probate from a flat fee to a sliding scale of fees.

    17 December 2018
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    'Ona Kan O Woja' - not only one route leads to the market: my path into law

    I was born and raised in Nigeria, West Africa, and for as long as I can remember I wanted to be a lawyer.

    17 December 2018
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    Graham Turnbull Human Rights essay competition 2018

    The winners of the 2018 Graham Turnbull human rights essay competition have been announced.

    12 December 2018
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    Will data + algorithms change what we can expect from law (and lawyers)?

    When, if at all, might computers replace humans and in what capacities? And how can we grasp the reach and depth of the transformations that are already well underway?

    12 December 2018
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