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Consultation considerations

Local authorities must not underestimate the importance of effective consultation in decision making, says Huw Williams

Sir Michael Pitt: the Legal Services Act 'defies logic'

The legal services sector can expect further turbulence over the next few years

Beware the ghost in the machine

Ben Brayford and Hannah Kramer consider a recent case involving Gordon Ramsay's personal liability under a guarantee executed by a 'signature machine'

Government backs family law initiatives with cash

Resolution granted funding extension to support families impacted by loss of legal aid

Associate Announcement: DPS Software introduces efficiency gains for Conveyancers with Land Registry Business Gateway integration

By DPS Software

HMRC issues almost £100m in tax return penalties

Tax payers could find themselves with a daily penalty increase if they continue to fail to submit their return

Public confidence in the criminal justice system undermined by gun laws

Law Commission review to make the firearms legislation clearer while ensuring public safety is not compromised

Lawyers in 'final showdown' over legal aid

Court of Appeal hearing is a 'final bid' to defend proper legal representation across England and Wales