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Fact or fantasy?

The case of David Bryant highlights the dangers of uncorroborated victim testimony in historic sex offences, write Rupert Butler and Rachael Earle

The future of client money

The Accounts Rules consultation may be a stepping stone towards opening up access to BARCO for those regulated by the SRA, writes Paul Mosson

Lottery winnings and syndicates

Who owns lottery winnings? Mark Pawlowski dissects the case law

A year in the life

Felicity Gerry QC reflects on the trials and tribulations of the past year, including arguing before the Supreme Court for the reversal of the law...

The public and profession deserve better

From irrational fee arrangements to ill-thought-out consultations on legal services, practitioners may well despair for the future of the criminal justice system, says Mark Fenhalls...

Health secretary performs 'legal acrobatics' to defeat junior doctors' claim

Jeremy Hunt should not be held accountable for remarks made in the 'rough and tumble and hurly burly of parliamentary debate', says silk

Government's 'secret' Brexit strategy revealed in court documents

Parliament surrendered its role in Brexit by passing the EU Referendum Act, claim lawyers

Labour v Labour: The courts' resolution of political disputes

Theo Barclay recalls the recent political turmoil enveloping the Labour party, both in and out of court, and considers the lessons to learn from the...