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Religion and the welfare of the child

Hannah Greene discusses a series of judgments which show the delicate task of the secular courts in respecting parents' religious wishes for their children

What lawyers can gain from reaching out

The opportunity to connect and build relationships with others can deliver real value and personal support, advises Helen Hamilton-Shaw

Data retention: Greater focus, specificity, and more safeguards

The European court's snooping judgment was not a total victory for the privacy lobby, explains Tom Orpin-Massey

E-commerce and privacy: How private is 'private'?

The British public remains sceptical about the protection of their online data, presenting a challenge for online business owners, argues Carl Parslow

Without representation, by choice or otherwise

Legal aid cuts continue to damage vulnerable litigants, and family lawyers, as well as the courts and judiciary, argues Pippa Allsop

Punishment befitting the crime?

Are tougher sanctions for defaulters on divorce payments orders justified, asks Paul Hunt

Religious beliefs over secular values

Alex Bearman discusses how equality laws apply to employment for the purposes of an organised religion

'Mischievous' judge bids farewell to court with middle finger salute

Popular silk, His Honour Judge Neil 'George' Ford QC, has last laugh at retirement send off