UK general election
Solicitors Journal and Legal Cheek covers our reaction to Labour’s election victory and the appointment of Shabana Mahmood as justice secretary.
President Nick Emmerson said: “The appointment of the new justice secretary Shabana Mahmood is a unique opportunity to bring much-needed change to our justice system and address the longstanding neglect and underinvestment that have left it on the verge of collapse. The challenges ahead are significant and demand urgent attention.
“It’s crucial to acknowledge that transforming the justice system is a long-term project, requiring a collaborative effort, Emmerson continued.
“We look forward to working with Shabana Mahmood over the coming parliament and sharing the insight and experience of our members to rebuild our justice system, harness the economic power of legal services and ensure access to justice for all.”
Gazette and Law Society Gazette Ireland report on Richard Hermer’s appointment as Attorney General.
President Nick Emmerson said: “The new attorney general has extensive international and domestic legal experience and has been involved in the legal task force addressing international crimes committed by Russia in Ukraine.
“This substantial experience will be exceptionally valuable for the role of attorney general.
'It's crucial to acknowledge that transforming the justice system is a long-term project, requiring a collaborative effort.
“We look forward to working with Richard Hermer KC over the coming parliament and sharing the insight and experience of our members to rebuild our justice system, harness the economic power of legal services and ensure access to justice for all.”
Lexis Nexis (£) reports on our response to the new government under Keir Starmer.
Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year awards
Gazette reveals the winners of this year’s Legal Aid Lawyers of the Year Awards. The Law Society sponsors the Legal Aid Firm/Not-for-Profit Agency award which was won by Public Interest Law Centre.
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