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Journal editorial October 2021
Legal rights and climate change are intimately interlinked, and lawyers can expect to be increasingly called on to advise on related matters
Journal editorial September 2021
The draft rules for holding civil court hearings remotely go further than may feel comfortable with – is there a justification?
Journal editorial August 2021
Plans to cut criminal case backlogs need proper consultation with defence lawyers – and a drive to make best use of their time
Journal editorial July 2021
For its positive, dynamic vibe of today, the Society has much to thank Lorna Jack for
Journal editorial June 2021
The future of remote civil court hearings will need the same spirit of collegiality that enabled the collective delivery of the process – and some fresh thinking
Journal editorial May 2021
After featuring in the election campaign the future of the not proven verdict is in doubt – but are there alternatives to simple abolition?
Journal editorial April 2021
Truth and power: democracy in the UK is not in a very healthy state at present. What will happen after the May elections?
Journal editorial March 2021
As we restart the economy after the pandemic, the disadvantaged must not be left behind
Journal editorial February 2021
Something has gone very wrong in the prosecution service, given the settlement of the claims for malicious prosecution, and a full inquiry is needed to restore confidence
Journal editorial January 2021
Thoughts on pulling through a gloomy January; the legal aid package and talks; and the impact of the Brexit deal
Journal editorial December 2020
Employers should help people find their own best balance between home and office working; Government must recognise the urgency of the crisis in legal aid
Journal editorial November 2020
As legal aid lawyers hang on for a Government decision on funding, New Generation Lawyers deserves support in campaigning for their future
