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When some prizes are more equal than others

The Gambling Act 2005 may define a 'prize' for the first time, but much falls outside the description, argues Richard Lawson

Redressing the lack of professional standards

Though a step in the right direction, the Consumers, Estate Agents and Redress Act does not go far enough, says Frances Ratcliffe

Passing the “ordinary residence” buck

The publication of DoH determinations provides welcome clarification for local authority lawyers but offers no incentive for councils to stop passing the accommodation buck, says Matthew Bradley

South West: Return of the general practitioner

Law firms face a challenge from the Legal Services Act but a return to a more traditional-style private client firm offers a solution, says Jean-Yves Gilg

Rationalising spending

New consumer protection rules criminalising unfair commercial practices will place a strict burden on business. Richard Lawson explains

Protecting incapacity

The new Court of Protection's remit will help to facilitate decision-making for those who lack the ability to hold that function, explains Denzil Lush

Healthy competition

Recent decisions on appeal from the General Medical Council perilously undermine the healthcare regulatory system, argues Nicholas Peacock

Wind in your sail

Smaller firms should leverage their local knowledge to become involved in renewable energy projects, argues Stefan Schmitz