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Issue: Vol 161, Issue 7455

03 March 2011
IN THIS ISSUE

Richard Scorer investigates the world of undercover police work

Just when it looked like the coalition government might kick human rights reform into the long grass along came two Parliamentary rows to change the political terrain.

Since 1194 when the office of coroner was established, the role and significance of coroners has increased.

The government consultation period on the Jackson reform proposals has now closed. Next we will have a response in perhaps May or June and then draft legislation with implementation next year. Or will we?

Spencer Keen tackles the muddied waters of disability discrimination

Juliet Chapman considers the first reported case on interim periodical payments in the post-Agbaje era

Cathrine Grubb reports on when fun & games become a breach of duty

Meghann McTague summarises the outcome of a fun day, a fight & fallout from a Scout game

Leases: to break or not to break, asks Robert Moss

Nichola Evans investigates the reign of uncertainty surrounding success fees

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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Church Court Chambers—Maryam Syed KC

Church Court Chambers—Maryam Syed KC

Church Court Chambers welcomes Maryam Syed KC

Devonshires—Sean Garbutt

Devonshires—Sean Garbutt

Devonshires strengthens construction team with appointment of partner Sean Garbutt

Thackray Williams—Alexandra Hubbard

Thackray Williams—Alexandra Hubbard

Thackray Williams strengthens employment team with dual-qualified solicitor

NEWS
Judges and lawyers reviewing the rules of disclosure have ruled out a return to the old system of CPR Part 31, and will consult on proposals to simplify the Practice Direction (PD) 57AD regime by early next year
A consumer organisation has hit back at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for encouraging motor finance compensation claimants to steer clear of law firms and claims management companies
A fast, free and anonymous piece of software has been launched to help law practices comply with their regulatory duty to guard against an increasing onslaught of cyberattacks
A mood of cautious optimism has enveloped the criminal law sector following indications the prime minister may abandon planned jury reforms
The Court of Appeal has held user damages are recoverable in a competition claim, in Meta Platforms Inc and other companies v Gormsen [2026] EWCA Civ 993
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