New figures show that employment tribunal backlogs continue to grow, resulting in long delays that are denying both employees and businesses access to justice.

The Law Society of England and Wales is marking International Fair Trial Day* at a conference taking place in Brussels.

From Policy to Practice: Balancing insights, key updates, and global trends in competition law. Join experts at the conference to explore geopolitical issues, sustainability, AI, and merger remedies.

“Funding this essential public service is vital for a fair and just society. “However, all parts of the justice system have been starved of investment for decades. It will take long-term sustained ...

The Law Society of England and Wales marks 200 years* since its founding with a special event in Norwich on 12 June.

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

The UK government is announcing its industrial strategy Invest 2035 soon recognising that the legal sector, as part of ...

The Law Society is urging the government to invest more money to help restore civil legal aid and ensure everyone has access ...

My client asked me to submit a data subject access request to a limited company. The company claims the request is defective.

Over 42 million people in England and Wales do not have access to a community care legal aid provider. Our legal aid deserts map shows how many providers there are in your local authority.

Legal aid deserts mean that people on low incomes facing important legal issues are struggling to get the local face-to-face advice they're legally entitled to. In February 2024, we updated our five ...