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TERROR ALERT

29 November 2007
Issue: 7299 / Categories: Legal News , Human rights
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In brief

Complex terrorism investigations in the US have not stopped police and the FBI from charging suspected terrorists within 48 hours of their arrest, a new study of US alleged terror plots since 9/11 has found. The report from JUSTICE, From Arrest to Charge in 48 Hours: Complex Terrorism Cases in the US since 9/11, shows the 28-day pre-charge detention allowed in the UK is unnecessary, claims the report’s author, Eric Metcalfe. He says: “If the FBI can charge a terror suspect in 48 hours, why do UK police need more than 28 days?”

Issue: 7299 / Categories: Legal News , Human rights
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Charles Russell Speechlys—Gustina Singgih

Charles Russell Speechlys—Gustina Singgih

Corporate team in London welcomes new partner

Church Court Chambers—Maria Karaiskos KC

Church Court Chambers—Maria Karaiskos KC

Historic appointment of chambers' first female head

Wright Hassall—five promotions

Wright Hassall—five promotions

Firm announces five promotions, including new partner

NEWS
Proposed legislation to tighten the rules on pooled client accounts would place ‘substantial’ burdens on solicitors, the Law Society has warned
Increasing numbers of family mediators are cutting back on legal aid work or leaving the sector altogether due to low fees—creating a supply shortfall for low-income families
Lawyers acting in cases funded by damages-based agreements (DBAs) cannot claim their share of the damages if no damages are awarded, the High Court has clarified
Lawyers have given a cautious welcome to a Ministry of Justice decision to increase Crown Court sitting days
Barristers have been targeted with death threats, rape threats, threats to their family members, physical surveillance and threats from politicians, chair of the Bar Barbara Mills KC has reported
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