Today's video story: France has been hit by a wave of police protests, with officers venting their anger over working conditions and the rise of violence against security forces. Police say they can no longer protect themselves while on duty.
Focus of the Day story: Businesses risk breaching consumer laws by leaving too long a gap between contract reviews, according to the competition watchdog, which also suggests businesses are not making enough use of solicitors. Research conducted by the Competition and Markets Authority, published today, shows that over half of the businesses it surveyed do not fully understand the rules on ‘unfair terms’. Full story - The Law Society Gazette
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