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Consultations on payment of Crown Court defence costs
Wednesday 03 December 2008
The MoJ and the LSC have issued two important consultation papers on Crown Court means testing and the award of costs from Central Funds.
Civil bid rounds: LSC consultation
Wednesday 03 December 2008
Practitioners should be aware of the Legal Services Commission (LSC) consultation on civil bid rounds for 2010 contracts.
Contract compliance audits: significant changes
Wednesday 03 December 2008
Significant changes to the contract compliance audit (CCA) process have been secured following a full review by the CCA working group.
20% privilege discount at Austin Reed & CC
Thursday 27 November 2008
All Law Society members can now enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on Austin Reed and CC merchandise in store.
New books on conveyancing, property and tax
Thursday 27 November 2008
You can now order online selected books on conveyancing, property and tax – published by Tottel Publishing.
SOCA – suspicious activity report annual review
Thursday 27 November 2008
The Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) has issued its annual review of the suspicious activity reports (SARs) regime. While reporting levels have reduced, increased electronic reporting and a collaborative approach between SOCA and the reporting sector is enhancing the efficiency of the SARs regime in the UK.
Contribute to the regulation review of corporate legal work
Thursday 27 November 2008
Solicitors are invited to respond to the call for evidence from the independent review of regulation of law firms serving corporate clients.
Professional Update
Thursday 27 November 2008
This week's issue includes regulation review, anti-money-laundering, member benefits and more.
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Professional Update
Thursday 20 November 2008
This week's issue includes virtual courts, recession support, trade mission and more.
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Celebrating the success of National Pro Bono Week 2008
Wednesday 19 November 2008

Pro bono events were staged across the UK ranging from advice sessions to Streetlaw presentations, and lectures to awards ceremonies.


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