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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,...

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...

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...

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

New bail arrangements under the Policing and Crime Act 2017

The Act should improve decision making and reduce distress and injustice for individuals placed on bail, but further guidance will be needed first, writes Alec...