King’s speech: Law Society calls for ‘sustained investment’ – Law Society Gazette

Posted May 15th, 2026 in news by Simon

‘Responding to the legislative programme laid out in the King’s speech, Law Society president Mark Evans called for justice system reforms to be backed with “sustained investment to address longstanding pressures and ensure access to justice for all”.’

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Law Society Gazette, 14th May 2026

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Judge refers solicitors to SRA over ‘inexcusable’ submission of AI-generated authorities – Law Society Gazette

Posted May 15th, 2026 in news by Simon

‘Two more solicitors have been referred to the Solicitors Regulation Authority over the submission of AI-generated authorities to court.’

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Law Society Gazette, 14th May 2026

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UK ministers accused of weakening legal protections for torture victims – The Guardian

Posted May 15th, 2026 in news by Simon

‘Keir Starmer’s government has been accused of trying to water down legal protections for torture victims as ministers from 46 countries including the UK prepare to make it easier to deport refused asylum seekers and foreign criminals.’

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The Guardian, 14th May 2026

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