Regulation

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Law Society president Richard Atkinson stands on the Common Room stairs at the Law Society in London.

Client accounts fundamental for delivery of legal services

Many of the Solicitors Regulation Authority's (SRA) proposals on client accounts and the Compensation Fund lack evidence that supports regulatory change.

What this means for solicitors
Law Society president Richard Atkinson stands on the Common Room stairs at the Law Society in London.

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SRA’s proposed changes to first-tier complaints requirements risks overregulation

We caution against regulatory overreach in our response to the SRA's consultation on proposed changes to first-tier complaints handling.

28 Jul 2025

SRA requirements on first-tier complaints – Law Society response

The Solicitors Regulation Authority’s proposals to change its requirements on first-tier complaints handling risk overregulation.

28 Jul 2025

Solicitors Regulation Authority assurance reporting to Council

We have notified the Solicitors Regulation Authority that our Council is not sufficiently assured of the SRA’s compliance with its duty as the independent body exercising our regulatory functions.

24 Jul 2025

“Making an early contribution to the Online Safety Act at Ofcom was my proudest moment”

Meet Carolina Falloon, who works at Ofcom. She shares her passion for online safety, tells us about collaboration in a large in-house team and reflects on finding a sense of purpose.

23 Jul 2025

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