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Law firm profits: resilience masking decline

Post-Covid profitability has remained strong, but declining productivity and rising costs suggest underlying pressures are building across UK law firms

AI and the evolving risks to justice

Courts confront growing challenges as artificial intelligence reshapes litigation, raising urgent questions about reliability, ethics, and procedural fairness

Changes to bail framework for adults

The Sentencing Act 2026 alters the Bail Act 1976, enhancing bail decisions for adult defendants

Tim Mpofu appointed as independent member

Tim Mpofu has been appointed as an independent member of the Judicial Pension Board for three years

No limitation period for unfair prejudice petitions: Supreme Court settles the law

The Supreme Court confirms that section 994 petitions fall outside statutory limitation periods, shifting focus to judicial discretion on delay

Rising tribunal claims and cost awards

Last year recorded a substantial increase in employment tribunal claims, revealing significant trends regarding cost awards for employers.

Gateley Legal advises LDC on partnership

Gateley Legal has assisted LDC in forming a strategic partnership with Frankham Group to enhance growth prospects

False allegations harm victims and justice

A criminal defence lawyer highlights the detrimental impact of false accusations in the UK justice system