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FOCUS OF THE DAY: Despite current controversy over the increase to court fees, the Ministry of Justice intends to consult on increasing the maximum fee further from £10,000 to £20,000, plus a 10% increase in other civil court fees, as well as increases to fees for possession and divorce proceedings. Full story - New Law Journal
FOCUS OF THE DAY: Despite current controversy over the increase to court fees, the Ministry of Justice intends to consult on increasing the maximum fee further from £10,000 to £20,000, plus a 10% increase in other civil court fees, as well as increases to fees for possession and divorce proceedings. Full story - New Law Journal
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