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We welcome plans to improve the Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme, which helps people facing possession proceedings to get emergency legal advice. However, we're concerned that providers lack the resources to deliver the Ministry of Justice's proposals.
Bereaved families at inquests can apply for legal representation through exceptional case funding (ECF) without means testing, following changes on 12 January 2022.
There can be no more delays in criminal legal aid investment if justice for victims and defendants is to be ensured.
News of an additional £1.3 million investment into a voucher scheme to help families resolve legal issues outside of court has been welcomed by solicitors’ leaders.
Family court statistics for July to September 2021 published on 16 December show there were an estimated 63,084 new family cases.
We've welcomed a recommended funding boost for criminal defence solicitors after a 25-year wait.