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Barristers in the South eastern circuit and students from the Cambridge University Law Society were paid a visit by the Attorney General on Thursday.
The future of the UK’s legal services in an era of artificial intelligence (AI) were at the heart of discussions at the world’s largest gathering of legal professionals in Paris this week.
A collection of intellectual property legislation, manuals, guidance and notices for IP professionals.
Ordinary people mistreated or wronged by big, powerful companies will have a better chance of bringing them to court to access justice, thanks to plans unveiled today (4 March 2024).
We are the government’s principal legal advisers. Our core purpose is to help the government to govern well, within the rule of law. GLD is a non-ministerial department.
Guidance for legal professionals on the new rules for various areas of legal practice.
During National Careers Week, we are celebrating the diverse roles and opportunities that can be found at the Attorney General's Office.
You must wear a safety helmet that meets British safety standards when riding a motorcycle - safety standards, SHARP scheme, visors, goggles and protective clothing
Guidance for Trading Standards officers on how to enforce the hallmarking law.
Guidance on the changes to copyright law and how they might have an impact on you.
Government lawyers recognised at The Lawyer Awards 2023.
Simon Regis awarded CBE in the New Year Honours 2024
Case law from challenges to the disclosure of information under Part V of the Police Act 1997.
The Shark Fins Act passed into law today banning the international shark fin trade
Guidance on legal obligations for expert witnesses and those involved in forensic pathology investigations.
Guidance for sponsors about applications to Homes for Ukraine for children who are not travelling with or joining their parent or legal guardian.
Intended to help all businesses to comply with competition law.
The Act worked on by Government Legal Department lawyers gained Royal Assent on 17 July 2013
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