SLAPPs consultation response
The Law Society of Ireland Gazette and Law360 cover our response to the UK government's consultation on strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs), with quotes from Law Society president I. Stephanie Boyce, who said: "There's a need for action against SLAPPs to prevent potential abuses of the administration of justice.
"There's a lack of clarity over exactly what a SLAPP is. Before exploring the issue, it is important to clarify the parameters of this kind of lawsuit. This would help ensure the discussion and any remedies emerging from it are sufficiently targeted and do not have unintended consequences, such as suppressing free speech or restricting access to justice."
The New Law Journal also looks at the issue.
Lasting power of attorney
The Independent and more than 100 other publications cover news people will be able to make a lasting power of attorney (LPA) completely online for the first time.
The reports mention the proposals have been developed following engagement with the Law Society among others.
We called on the government to act in the best interests of those obtaining LPAs and protect the most vulnerable as it seeks to modernise the system.
Read our press release following the consultation.
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