Monday

17th December - LAW NEWS

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FOCUS OF THE DAY story -
Leveson's legal eagles will repeat all the old mistakes. Putting lawyers in charge of the press regulator will lead to endless hearings and the stultified pace of the courtroom – just like the old, dismantled Press Council. Full story - Guardian Law


Sunday

16th December - LAW NEWS

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Saturday

15th December - LAW NEWS

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Friday

14th December - LAW NEWS

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FOCUS OF THE DAY story -
The idea of law students filling the legal aid gap makes my heart sink. Matching people who cannot afford legal help with unqualified amateurs? Full story - Guardian law


Thursday

13th December - LAW NEWS

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FOCUS OF THE DAY story -
The Legal Services Board has announced that it plans to investigate the cost of all legal regulators, including itself and the Law Society. Full story - Solicitor's Journal


Wednesday

12th December - LAW NEWS

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FOCUS OF THE DAY story -
Small claims limit raised to £5,000 in Grayling whiplash plan. Justice secretary Chris Grayling has unveiled his long-expected blueprint for bringing down the number of whiplash claims. Fully story - Law Gazette


Tuesday

11th December - LAW NEWS

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FOCUS OF THE DAY story -
Firms under pressure from the FSA to report suspicious transactions need to consider the issue of loss liability. Full story - The Lawyer


Monday

10th December - LAW NEWS

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FOCUS OF THE DAY story -
Are whole-life prison sentences an infringement of human rights? As three British lifers launch an appeal at the European court, we weigh the evidence. Full story - Guardian Law