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Professional development review questions readiness for ABS day

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has launched an in-depth review of post-qualification training, the first since the compulsory professional development scheme was introduced in 1985.

Soul practitioner

Tom Carlisle morphs from singer to solicitor

Update: immigration

Jane Coker discusses recent deportation cases that highlight the importance of the welfare and best interests of children

Role play

Susanna Heley uncovers what the SRA handbook has to say about the new compliance officers

Mi casa su casa?

Jean Parkinson tries to unravel the logic behind Ken Clarke's decision to crack down on squatting

Update: insolvency

David Archer looks at recent cases in corporate and personal insolvency, and considers the Pensions Regulator's ability to impose a financial support direction

Under siege

Richard Barr reports from the frontline of the compensation culture war

Confidence boost

Saira Kabir Sheikh discusses the Supreme Court's decision to give the green light to 'in house' procurement by public authorities