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Freezing point

Windrush is a useful reminder of the importance of taking care when drafting freezing orders and consenting to continuation, writes Gita Chakravarty

The changing role of the COFA

The increased focus on self-regulation and more flexible approach to client money proposed by the SRA will make the COFA's duties more of a priority, explains Max Masters

Voices of vulnerable people

Elizabeth Eyre considers the role of practitioners in ensuring the wishes and feelings of vulnerable people are placed at the heart of decision making in the Court of Protection

Tackling a deny, delay, defend culture

A NAO audit promises to shine a light on the NHSLA but will it come too late to influence the introduction of fixed fees, wonders Nina Ali

Where do you want to be in five years?

Strategic planning has been on the agenda for years but sadly most firms ignore this essential tool for defining their futures, explains Viv Williams

Making progress on workplace discrimination and stress

LGBT history month is a chance to reflect on the challenges faced by many who fought to overcome antiquated views, writes Amy Clowrey

A break for term-time holidays?

Fenella Morris QC and Anna Bicarregui consider the Supreme Court appeal on term-time holidays

Government's private rental sector reforms 'self-defeating'

Conveyancer trade body criticises approach to boosting private rental supply