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This week: the Lords adopt our Environment Bill recommendations and debate raising the judicial retirement age, while government is questioned on return of asylum seekers.
The Ministry of Justice is seeking views on the best ways to settle family, business and civil disputes away from the courts. Share your insight by Monday 27 September 2021.
DLA Piper is coordinating offers of pro bono assistance for Afghan applicants with referrals and has shared guidelines for any immigration solicitors who want to volunteer through its hub.
We’re gravely concerned about the situation in Afghanistan, and all those working in the Afghan justice system who now face a perilous future as the Taliban takes power.
Clarification is needed now on UK entry clearance for people at risk under the new Taliban rule in Afghanistan.
Judges, other legal professionals and human rights defenders working in Afghanistan must be supported by the UK government and offered safe passage, safety and, wherever possible, asylum in the UK as the Taliban cements control over the country.
