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Society calls on SRA to extend run-off scheme

The Law Society has called on the SRA to extend the back-up scheme that provides extra run-off cover after the compulsory period of six years is over.

Arbitration 'could revolutionise' family disputes

Service 'ideal for middle England', but doubts over take-up

Crime update

Miranda Ching examines recent developments in criminal procedure, sentencing guidelines for burglary and drugs offences, and a Court of Appeal decision concerning sexual infidelity in manslaughter cases

Powering up

The Financial Services Bill is a step closer to a new UK regulatory architecture, say Michael McKee and Gavin Punia

Come fly with me

Failure to allow disabled air passengers compensation for injury to feelings is a breach of their rights in English and European law, says Mark Stone

Theme and variations

With the SRA about to roll out its new theme-based approach to supervision, the regulator's director for risk, Samantha Barrass, talks to Jean-Yves Gilg about how it will work in practice

Signed and sealed

Even a simple administrative mistake in a will could lead to severe consequences for both practitioners and their clients, says Matthew Duncan

Well appointed?

The courts have attempted to take a balanced approach to appointing administrators since Minmar, but more guidance is needed, says Rodric Williams