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Mediation voucher scheme: 'thousands' more families to benefit 

The government has pledged a further £800,000 for the scheme

SRA intervenes to close prominent solicitor's firm

The SRA has alleged failure to comply with its principles, codes of conduct and accounts rules

Consumer law: CMA issues warning to PCR providers

CMA's open letter sets out consumer law concerns and recommended steps for compliance

Capsticks advise on first LGBT affirmative affordable residential community

Capsticks' client, Tonic Housing, acquired 19 shared ownership apartments at London's Bankhouse.

Government proposals to change accounting dates could lead to higher tax bills for law firms

A consultation has been launched on the proposed changes to basis period reform, which will affect sole traders, partnerships and LLPs.

Govia Thameslink faces collective competition claim over alleged overcharging 

Millions of passenger journeys may have been affected by Govia Thameslink's alleged abuse of its dominant position

Practising fee levels and compensation fund contributions to fall 

SRA's chief executive hopes this will support firms at a time when 'the long-term implications of the pandemic are uncertain'

Law Society deputy vice president announced

Emmerson will become vice president and president in due course