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High Court confirms Environment Agency's power to prosecute Southern Water executive for conspiracy to defraud

Divisional Court refuses judicial review and lifts anonymity order over former Southern Water chief executive Matthew Wright.

High Court continues $3.9m proprietary injunction in Ciright v Centili despite disclosure failure

Court maintains freezing order over disputed funds despite finding Ciright breached full disclosure duty.

High Court dismisses Colak's extradition appeal after Türkiye provides Uckak-style assurance

The High Court has ruled that Türkiye's revised prison assurance removes any real risk of inhuman treatment under article 3 ECHR.

Steele Raymond expands family team further

Steele Raymond has appointed Helen Cort as partner in a growing family team amid rising demand

ACL proposes online portal for disputes resolution

The Association of Costs Lawyers argues for a pre-action protocol to better resolve lower-value costs disputes effectively

Legal aid reforms need urgent attention

The new Legal Aid Bill consultation seeks to address vital legal access challenges within Scotland's justice system

New Lord Chancellor faces justice challenges

Mark Evans highlights the urgent need for reform, support and investment in the justice system

Confidence in CDC adoption remains low

A recent survey reveals low confidence in collective defined contribution pension schemes despite policy momentum underway