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Government outlines next steps for SEPs

The Government has announced targeted measures aimed at improving the accessibility and clarity of SEP licensing

Tackling abuse in the asylum system

The UK government is implementing new measures to prevent abuse of the asylum system amidst rising concerns over legitimacy of claims

AI cyber security needs boardroom attention

AI Minister Kanishka Narayan warns that cyber security discussions must engage senior leadership and not just management

Nagra v Unipart: EAT rules tribunal need not repeat contract worker point to litigant in person

EAT holds tribunal need not repeat explanation of unpleaded Equality Act contract worker route.

Central Térmica de Temane v Banco Santander: Spanish injunction no defence to demand bonds

Calver J orders Santander to pay US$90m on demand bonds despite Spanish injunction.

A v E: High Court rejects challenge to LCIA award based on unilateral arbitration clause in a deed

High Court upholds LCIA tribunal jurisdiction based on unilateral arbitration clause in a deed.

SJ Interview: Helen Bunker

Helen Bunker, chair of Blake Morgan, speaks to Solicitors Journal

Making accountability count

The profession has good reason to ask how reform will preserve effective scrutiny of public decisions, and what evidence will establish that the changes achieve...

Browne Jacobson strengthens health team further

Browne Jacobson has appointed David Hill as a new partner, enhancing their health and life sciences practice

Freeths assists Unit4 in acquisition

Freeths has successfully guided Unit4 in acquiring Paris-based Napta, enhancing their growth and sector offerings