10 September 2026
SRA “adding to confusion” around COLP/COFA changes
The Solicitors Regulation Authority is only adding to the confusion as it changes the rules on who can be compliance officers, its former head of legal has said.
10 September 2026
Employment tribunal judge sexually harassed female staff
A male judge found guilty of inappropriate conduct towards junior female tribunal staff would have been sacked had he not already retired.
10 September 2026
Solicitor fined £20k but avoids SDT for multiple rule breaches
A solicitor responsible for multiple rule breaches – including a shortage in client account – has been fined £20,150 by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
10 September 2026
Family justice “at risk from AI transcription tools”
The use by social workers of AI transcription tools is “impacting the integrity of written documents”, with “significant risks” for family justice.
