The Green Deal Explained (IC)
The Green Deal, which came into force in January 2013, is a government based initiative designed to reduce carbon emissions and save energy.
Don’t Put Your Client’s Conservatory at Risk (IC)
There is no definition in the Regulations of exactly what constitutes a conservatory. This can make it hard to judge whether what is built will be regarded by your Local […]
Huge rise in number of lawyers disciplined for money laundering, Treasury reports (LF)
There has been a massive increase in the number of lawyers disciplined by their professional bodies for breaking the rules on money laundering, a Treasury report has found.
Veyo running behind Schedule (PIE)
The new conveyancing portal that is majority owned by the Law Society, is running behind schedule.
Restore intent to money laundering guidelines – Society (LSG)
The Law Society has urged the re-inclusion of the element of intent into money laundering offences.
Peace of mind for knotweed removal (TC)
The Invasive Non Native Specialists Association (INNSA) launched its new Code of Practice to protect consumers and businesses at its annual Conference in Manchester recently.
Join discussion on legal profession (LSG)
The Law Society we are taking a hard look at how it will support, promote and represent solicitors.
Much of the Quindell-Slater deal makes no sense (LSG)
Slater and Gordon’s Quindell acquisition looks like a risky strategic departure.
Paralegals could damage solicitor ‘brand’ – survey (LSG)
Paralegals who qualify as solicitors without completing a formal training contract could damage the solicitor ‘brand’, according to a survey by Leeds Law Society.
SRA welcomes Treasury changes to consumer credit
Following close working between the SRA, HM Treasury and the Financial Conduct Authority, HM Treasury has agreed to changes in consumer credit regulation which will further help to reduce regulatory […]
Government cuts regulation for firms involved in consumer credit work (LF)
The government has reduced the scope of regulation for law firms involved in consumer credit work, such as debt collection.
Site claims homes can become ‘no drone zones’ (EAT)
Agents using drones for photography have previously had uncertainty over the precise legal rights of where the small ‘copters can and cannot be flown – now a new website is […]