Delays in getting to exchange (IC)
The upturn in the south east property market has meant many more cases for practitioners to handle. That is great for business and consumers. However, we have also seen proportionately […]
SRA floats end to both compulsory minimum PII and compensation fund (LF)
An end to a compulsory minimum level of professional indemnity insurance (PII) and replacing the compensation fund with an insurance policy are among the ideas for reform of client protection […]
SRA debate on financial protections for when things go wrong
An SRA discussion paper launched this week looks at striking the right balance in providing financial protections for the public, and the cost for firms and individual solicitors.
Law Society President to improve property transfer in England and Wales (LSG)
His priorities over the next 12 months include protecting the rule of law, ensuring access to justice for everyone and improving property transfer in England and Wales.