UK 'must try or release terror detainees'
News Article 24 January 2005
The Law Society has told the government to try or release the terror suspects being held without trial.
Extension planned for QC status
Press Review 12 July 2004
In an interview with the FT, outgoing Law Society chief Peter Williamson indicates that the rank of Queen's Counsel could be awarded to corporate solicitors, under reform plans to widen the scheme beyond courtroom advocates.
Law firms face 'super regulator'
Press Review 9 March 2004
Law firms could be overseen by a new regulatory body under plans published yesterday.
Judicial reforms condemned by MPs
News Article 10 February 2004
Plans to overhaul the judiciary were rushed and should be delayed, senior MPs have concluded
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Solicitor complaints backlog doubles
Press Review 25 November 2003
Forum Brief: Disability legislation
Policy Consultation 1 September 2003
Small employers, disabled people, qualifications bodies, lawyers and others are being urged to respond to guidance from the Disability Rights Commission supporting major legal reforms to the employment of disabled
Forum Brief: Housing tenancy
Policy Consultation 20 August 2003
The government is facing calls to include a mandatory tenancy deposit scheme in its forthcoming housing legislation.
MI5 chief to head solicitor complaints
Press Review 2 July 2002
Public opposed to jury changes say lawyers
News Article 30 January 2002
The public is overwhelmingly opposed to plans to slash the right to a jury trial, according to a new survey.
Law Society attacks Blunkett
Press Review 29 October 2001
Labour to take on 'fat cat' lawyers
Press Review 4 May 2001
Law Society is 'legal mafia'
Press Review 5 April 2001
Law Society to monitor members
Press Review 23 March 2001
