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Mr Cameron, how do you feel about the Human Rights Act?

The HRA has discreetly been wiped off the agenda by the 'in' and 'out' parties. But politicians must address this issue, writes John Cooper QC

Irwin Mitchell calls for stricter inspections of faulty non-food items

Defects in children's toys and clothing most common recalls, finds rapid alert system

Solicitors suspended over tax avoidance schemes after SRA appeal

New sanction sends out strong message about the need to act with integrity, says SRA

Law of the land, lawyer of the times

How exactly did an enthusiasm for taekwondo revolutionise how barristers' direct services are advertised to the public? SJ hears from Daniel ShenSmith

Planning solutions to the housing crisis

Julian Boswall and Alex Minhinick discuss government proposals for the delivery of housing, the progress towards a devolved planning system in Wales, and recent decisions on the NPPF

The evolving nature of fraud

James Preece, Vicky Hardy, and George Chaisty advise firms on understanding the risks involved in property transactions and how to protect against falling foul of fraud

The social media cog in the machine

When used properly, Twitter and LinkedIn can be effective tools for business development, advises Douglas McPherson

A legal history of change

160 years later, reforms are still being made to our legal system; District Judge Nigel Law urges the profession to embrace them