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March
Concerns remain about solicitors getting involved in abusive litigation aimed at silencing legitimate criticism – known as SLAPPs (strategic litigation against public participation).
Third year review of SQE shows continued improvements, 11 March 2025The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) Independent Reviewer has confirmed the assessment is robust and the outcomes are fair.
SRA launches fund to support disadvantaged candidates sit the SQE, 11 March 2025Organisations supporting aspiring solicitors from disadvantaged backgrounds are invited to apply for funding to cover candidates' costs of sitting the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).
February
After nearly 12 years as Chief Executive, Paul Philip will be retiring from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) towards the end of 2025, once a suitable replacement has been found.
Study shows a universal approach could help consumer vulnerability in the legal market, 05 February 2025We have published an independent study into consumer vulnerability in the legal market, as part of our ongoing commitment to improving access to legal services.