24 Aug 2021Government proposals to change accounting dates could lead to higher tax bills for law firmsA consultation has been launched on the proposed changes to basis period reform, which will affect sole traders, partnerships and LLPs.
23 Aug 2021Govia Thameslink faces collective competition claim over alleged overcharging Millions of passenger journeys may have been affected by Govia Thameslink's alleged abuse of its dominant position
20 Aug 2021Practising fee levels and compensation fund contributions to fall SRA's chief executive hopes this will support firms at a time when 'the long-term implications of the pandemic are uncertain'
19 Aug 2021Law Society deputy vice president announcedEmmerson will become vice president and president in due course
19 Aug 2021Situation of Afghan legal professionals 'increasingly a cause for alarm'Â This is particular concern for women judges and lawyers, who are especially likely to be at risk
18 Aug 2021Dechert advises on largest sustainability-linked private credit financing to date£1bn of sustainability-linked available debt facilities were provided to the RSK Group
17 Aug 2021CMA calls for tighter laws to tackle illegal ticket resalesProposed changes would impose greater obligations on platforms
16 Aug 2021Law Society urges practitioners to complete survey on proposed probate fees hike The Law Society's survey closes at the end of August, ahead of the closure of the MOJ's consultation in September