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Government caps ground rents for leases

The UK government has announced a cap on ground rents in older leases, sparking mixed reactions among experts

Major boost for legal aid fees

Access to justice in Scotland has been significantly improved with a 13% increase in all legal aid fees following a sustained campaign from the Law Society of Scotland

LawCare surpasses pandemic support levels in 2025

LawCare's latest report reveals an unprecedented increase in mental health support demand within the legal sector in 2025, reaching 753 individuals, more than any previous year.

NHS negligence costs demand urgent action

The Association of Consumer Support Organisations urges transparency and solutions to tackle clinical negligence issues

Miles Lester joins Ellis Jones Solicitors

Property expert Miles Lester has joined Ellis Jones Solicitors to enhance their London property team expertise

Sidley boosts investment funds team significantly

Sidley expands its Investment Funds group with the addition of three partners from Clifford Chance in New York

Joseph Mark Taylor v James Lee Taylor: Unfair prejudice found in family property company dispute

High Court finds unfair prejudice in quasi-partnership property company after director excluded brother shareholder.

Molnar and Vargova v Secretary of State: deportation rights under the Withdrawal Agreement

Court of Appeal clarifies procedural safeguards for EU citizens facing deportation for post-Brexit offences.