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High definition

Let's hope the LSB's consultation on the scope of reserved activities brings greater clarity to this confused area, says Susanna Heley

Local government decisions

How will the localism bill affect council decision making? Annabel Graham Paul and Douglas Edwards QC report

Voice of reason

Victims of crime have the right to express an opinion during proceedings, but the ECJ was right to rule against allowing them to have a...

Update: PACE

Caroline Day and Jill Lorimer consider a high court decision on detention periods and subsequent emergency legislation, the potential increase in police powers following the...

Update: education

As university fees go up, students are turning into 'consumers' of education services. Salima Mawji and Anita Chopra consider the consequences

Adapting structures: Preparing for the onset of alternative business structures

Managing partner Simon Gibson reveals how Kirwans has adapted to meet the challenges of alternative business structures

Brand proposition: Developing and launching Access Legal

Judith Dorkins shares her experiences in developing and launching Shoosmiths' consumer brand, Access Legal

Need to know: Introducing a new current awareness service

LIS manager Dean Mason shares his experiences in developing a new current awareness service at Salans