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New tech to monitor offenders remotely

A new pilot programme utilizes AI-driven face scanning technology to enhance surveillance of offenders and reduce crime

Law Commission calls for social care reform

The Law Commission proposes vital reforms to improve legal rights and support for disabled children

London reasserts role as divorce capital

Court of Appeal ruling in Potanina v Potanin reinforces England’s reputation for fairness in international divorces

Nicholson v Masood: Collateral attack and abuse of process analysed

High Court considers when relitigation constitutes abuse of process in insolvency proceedings

Cyber Security and Resilience Bill: strengthening the UK’s defences

The Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aims to expand scope, strengthen oversight, and align UK rules internationally

Victims of crime receive record compensation

In a landmark effort, victims have received £50 million in compensation from criminal assets this year

SJ Interview: James Palmer CBE

James Palmer CBE, Partner of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, has long been recognised as one of the UK’s most influential corporate lawyers and policy voices. Awarded a CBE in 2025 for his services to business and law, he has combined a high-profile career in M&A with decades of work on legal reform. In this interview, he discusses the challenges of legislative inflation and corporate advice, access to justice, and the future role of technology.

The SQE is failing its own test

Five years on, the SQE is underperforming, and targeted reforms could close persistent gaps.

Tom Dell’Avvocato strengthens Crowell’s finance team

Tom Dell’Avvocato joins Crowell & Moring, enhancing their cross-border asset-based lending and finance capabilities

Express Solicitors turnover reaches £88.5m

Manchester-based personal injury law firm Express Solicitors has reported a significant increase in turnover, now standing at £88.5m, a notable rise from last year's figure of £70.6m