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Bladed articles and offensive absolutism

Cathál MacPartholán provides a brief review of new laws on offensive weapons in private places

Pre-recorded evidence for rape victims rolled out nationwide

The initiative aims to reduce stress for victims and witnesses and boost convictions

Economic Crime Bill: SRA to be given greater powers under new proposals

The Law Society has concerns about the government's plans

Law Commission unveils proposals to update Arbitration Act

The Commission has launched a consultation on proposed changes

Solicitors on the roll: numbers reach record high

Women now make up 53 per cent of practising solicitors

ICO: second consultation launched on draft data and journalism code

The code has been streamlined following a first consultation

Law Society awards coveted scholarships to aspiring solicitors

The Diversity Access Scheme has helped kickstart the careers of more than 250 aspiring solicitors

Irwin Mitchell recruits French desk lead

The appointment supports the firm's international growth strategy