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New government fails to show it is serious about criminal justice

Solicitors have been left dismayed by the new government’s failure to show it is serious about tackling the crisis in our criminal justice system.

Government urged to rebuild the state by investing in the civil justice system

A new report has shown the UK government can rebuild the foundations of the state and deliver on its missions by investing in the civil...

New chair's experience invaluable to help tackle criminal justice system crisis

The Law Society has welcomed the election of Andy Slaughter as new chair of the Justice Select Committee.

Tens of thousands at risk of losing their homes as housing crisis spirals

The housing crisis continues to grow as more than 29,000 eviction claims leave tens of thousands at risk of losing their homes.

Millions must have chance to access justice again

More than five million people and families with children could qualify for free legal help and advice if the UK government implements changes recommended by...

What the king’s speech means for law and justice

The new UK government has set out an ambitious legislative plan and we are pleased to see the criminal justice system is on its agenda....

SRA business plan and budget 2024/25 consultation – Law Society response

We’ve responded to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) consultation on its business plan and budget for 2024/25. Read our full response.

More than 25,000 children trapped in a broken justice system

The next UK government must act to protect tens of thousands of children who have fallen victim to record backlogs in the family courts.

Confusion and vulnerability for people who represent themselves in family courts

As the numbers of people representing themselves in family court rises, we and Support Through Court have lifted the lid on what it’s like for...

“I went to university with the reading age of a 10-year-old”

Gary Steel describes how he left school at age 14 with no qualifications and eventually became a social welfare lawyer, never taking no for an...

Government inaction and indecision means time has run out on criminal legal aid funding

The UK government’s inaction and indecision on funding criminal legal aid has delayed any resolution, kicking the issue into the long grass.

Family Procedure Rules updated to strengthen mediation assessments

The Family Procedure Rules have been updated with changes to improve attendance at mediator initial assessment meetings (MIAMs).

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