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Editor's letter: At the core

A rough patch may be the best place to stop and decide upon what is at the core of the business, suggests Manju Manglani

Hardwiring values: How to develop an effective values programme

Andrew Hedley reveals how to develop a values programme which is hardwired into the firm's business culture

Compulsory mediation awareness sessions for all divorcing couples

All divorcing couples will have to attend mediation awareness sessions, not just those on legal aid, justice minister Jonathan Djanogly has announced.

Police minister boost for restorative justice

Restorative justice should be “embedded in and operating at every part of the criminal justice system”, police and criminal justice minister Nick Herbert has said in the clearest endorsement so far of the government's support for this alternative mechanism.

Cornish pasties win protected status

Cornish pasties made in Cornwall and based on a traditional recipe won protected status from the European Commission today.

High street reaches 'tipping point' on road to the ABS revolution

The legal services sector has reached “a tipping point” on the road to ABSs, a leading high street lawyer has said.

Firm not entitled to fees after 'sacking' client

A firm which refused to continue acting for a client in a row over fees must repay the entire amount plus VAT, the High Court has ruled.

High street reaches 'tipping point' on road to the ABS revolution

The legal services sector has reached “a tipping point” on the road to ABSs, a leading high street lawyer has said.