British lawyers in Rwanda
The Guardian, Independent and BNN Breaking cover the suggestion that the government could station British lawyers in Rwanda.
Law Society president Nick Emmerson said: “The suggestion of stationing British lawyers in Rwanda implies a lack of confidence in how cases would be handled there, once again demonstrating the enormous difficulties with the scheme.
“The government needs to admit the scheme is likely beyond repair and switch attention to clearing the asylum backlog and tackling the severe lack of capacity in the sector to provide the asylum and immigration advice needed.”
Justice budget cuts
The Gazette analyses the Office for Budget Responsibility’s forecast following the Autumn Statement.
Law Society president Nick Emmerson said: “The impact of further cuts on an already overstretched and understaffed justice system are unthinkable.
“Cuts to the justice system are incompatible with the government’s wish to be tough on crime. Only through serious investment will the government resolve the crisis in our justice system.”
Gig economy
Max Winthrop, chair of our Employment Law Committee, spoke to GB News (from 26:00) about the gig economy and employment law.
Lifetime achievement award
The Gazette reports on Lubna Shuja, immediate past president of the Law Society, picking up a lifetime achievement award at the Asian Legal Awards.
Disability inclusion
Lizzie Hardy, education and training team lead on the Law Society’s Disabled Solicitors Network committee, features in a D and I Leaders piece about young people’s expectations of disability inclusion at work.
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