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Legal news
The government should think twice about creating a database state, says Timothy Pitt-Payne
Has the government struck the right balance between the freedom of smokers and the welfare of non-smokers? Neil Allen reports
Post Redknapp, police and magistrates should appreciate the gravity of requests for a search warrant, says Paul Firth
Former Metropolitan Police director joins police, care and justice team
Corporate real estate and funds expertise expands with partner hire
Firm grows London business services team with trio of partner hires