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HMCTS seeks feedback in communications and engagement survey

HM Courts and Tribunals Service is looking for views on how it can improve the way it engages with court and tribunal users

Courts now share single information platform

Every crown and magistrates' courts in England and Wales can now access the 'Common Platform' system, enabling more efficient information-sharing in criminal justice cases

Sara Lewis KC appointed Head of St Philips Chambers

St Philips Chambers is delighted to confirm the appointment of Sara Lewis KC as its new Head of Chambers. Sara, who succeeds Richard Atkins KC, is a highly experienced and respected KC specialising in family law; she was called to the Bar in 1996 and took Silk in 2021. 

Burges Salmon advises on Belfast mixed-use regeneration project

The firm's Development and Regeneration Built Environment team has advised Translink on the Weavers Cross city centre regeneration project surrounding the new Belfast Grand Central Station

IBA praises Ghana for abolition of death penalty

The International Bar Association's Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) has commended the Republic of Ghana for abolishing the death penalty for all crimes except high treason

Pilot study find high-level of drug use among domestic abusers

Police forces have been drug testing individuals arrested for domestic abuse offences as part of a pilot to establish perpetrator profiles and offender rehabilitation opportunities to protect victims

Rebuilding Ukraine: investor protection amid legal challenges and corruption

Varun Zaiwalla & Zuhair Farouki shed light on legal hurdles and corruption risks that may arise in Ukraine's post-war reconstruction

Inconsistency creates uncertainty in divorce proceedings

Inconsistent interpretation of divorce laws leads to uncertainty and financial burdens, sparking calls for reform