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New law improves renters’ rights in England

The Renters’ Rights Act is a significant milestone for 11 million private renters in England by providing essential protections

Independent investigation into prison release errors

The government has announced reforms and an investigation to prevent future mistaken prisoner releases

UK signs landmark convention against cybercrime

The UK has committed to the UN Convention against Cybercrime, highlighting the necessity for global collaboration on cyber threats

Balancing competition and innovation in the Legal Sector

The Nobel Prize-winning theory of innovation-driven growth offers vital lessons for a fragmented UK legal market struggling to modernise.

Law Society unveils new ethics framework

The Law Society of England and Wales has launched an updated ethical framework for in-house solicitors including new whistleblowing guidance to address key challenges faced by legal professionals

Ward Hadaway welcomes new trainee solicitors

Ward Hadaway has strengthened its commitment to legal talent by welcoming 14 new trainee solicitors this year

Government triumphs in landmark leasehold case

The government celebrates a significant victory over freeholders in the Leasehold Reform Act judicial review outcome

Access to justice foundation unveils plan

The Access to Justice Foundation launches its grant-making strategy to distribute unclaimed class action funds