‘It’s Not Your Turn’: The Problem with Boardroom Appointments
Julianne Schultz reflects on the ‘jobs for mates’ culture in board appointments, arguing true meritocracy requires more than just ticking boxes. Read her insights on effective governance.
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Briggs Report: 'Jobs for Mates' Reforms Fall Short
A damning report reveals Australia's 'jobs for mates' political culture persists. The government's weak response fails to implement crucial reforms, undermining public trust. Read the full analysis.
AI Forces Legal Hiring Shift, Says Legora CEO
Max Junestrand, CEO of legal tech firm Legora, warns AI is reshaping legal careers. As the firm's valuation soars to $1.8bn, he reveals aggressive London hiring plans for 2026.
Labour Defends 'Jobs for Mates' Review Findings
The Labour government faces criticism after failing to adopt key recommendations from its own review into public sector appointments. Read the full analysis of the political fallout.
The Secretive Process of Joining a Government Board
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
Report slams 'jobs for mates' culture on public boards
A damning review finds appointments to government boards routinely abused, looking like 'nepotism'. The Albanese government unveils new rules but rejects key recommendations.
UK bans asylum seekers' taxi use for medical trips
New rules restrict asylum seekers from using taxis for medical appointments, forcing bus use instead. The Home Office aims to cut £15.8m annual costs. Learn about the changes.
RBC Expands Healthcare Team, Mayer Brown Promotes 36
RBC Capital Markets strengthens its European healthcare division with key hires as Mayer Brown announces 36 partner promotions globally. Discover the strategic moves shaping finance and legal sectors.
Weil Elevates Four London Lawyers to Partner
International law firm Weil promotes four London lawyers to partner in 17-strong global promotion round, strengthening corporate and litigation practices.
Conservative lawyer Daniel Suhr influences US media via FCC
Chicago lawyer Daniel Suhr has become influential in US media regulation through FCC chair Brendan Carr, securing unprecedented changes at major networks through legal complaints about bias.
Class action lawsuits damaging UK economy
The explosion of class action lawsuits and third-party litigation funding is harming Britain's legal stability and economy, with billions claimed in damages. Discover the urgent need for reform.
Curve investor files legal challenge over Lloyds sale
IDC Ventures files High Court petition to block Curve's £125m sale to Lloyds, alleging governance failures wiped out £670m shareholder value. Read the latest developments.
Ashurst Capital Markets Lawyers Join Baker McKenzie
Two senior capital markets partners depart Ashurst for Baker McKenzie, marking significant recruitment win for the global firm's London practice.
Law Firm Cuts 10% of London Roles Due to AI Impact
Leading law firm Clifford Chance reduces London business roles by 10% as AI reshapes white-collar work. PwC also rethinks hiring strategy amid technological transformation.
Massa's £64m F1 trial risk to Ecclestone
Felipe Massa's £64m damages claim over the 2008 Crashgate scandal can proceed to trial, posing significant risks to Bernie Ecclestone and Formula 1. Discover the legal implications.
Clifford Chance AI redundancies hit London roles
Magic circle law firm Clifford Chance is making 55 London business services roles redundant, citing AI adoption and work moving to hubs. Read the full analysis.
UK's Biggest Immigration Shake-Up in 50 Years
The UK government unveils its most sweeping immigration reforms in decades, doubling settlement wait times and overhauling asylum rules. Discover how these changes will affect millions.
Judges become 'human filters' for AI in Australian courts
Australia's top judge warns AI use in courts has reached unsustainable levels, forcing judges to filter machine-generated arguments. Discover the risks and rewards of legal AI.
Judge blocks Trump's DC National Guard deployment
A federal judge has temporarily halted Donald Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Washington DC, dealing a legal blow to the president. Read the full story.
Mahmood Announces Stricter UK Immigration Rules
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood reveals sweeping changes to legal migration, extending indefinite leave requirements and facing criticism from both sides. Read the full details.
Eurotunnel Legal Action Over Business Rates Surge
Channel Tunnel operator Eurotunnel pursues legal action against UK government over plans to triple business rates bill to £118m, threatening investment withdrawal.
UK's 10-Year Settlement Rule for 2 Million Migrants
Two million legal migrants face a decade-long wait for settled status under new UK government proposals. Discover the impact on health workers and benefit rules.
JPMorgan's New UK Private Bank Boss Begins Role
JPMorgan appoints new UK private banking head as wealth management expands. Discover the strategic moves shaping London's financial landscape.
Barnett's Legal Battle Ends After Text Discovery
Jonathan Barnett's three-year legal fight against Olympians John Regis and Jennifer Stoute ended after racist and sexist texts emerged. Read the full investigation.
UK doubles settlement wait to 10 years in migration shake-up
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces drastic legal migration changes, doubling the indefinite leave to remain wait. Andy Burnham voices concerns over the 20-year limbo for asylum seekers.
Law Firms Rule Out Private Equity Deal After Merger
Ashurst and Perkins Coie abandon private equity partnership plans following their transatlantic merger. Discover what this means for the legal sector.
New Suspect in Zante One-Punch Killing
A Sky News investigation uncovers a new suspect in the killing of British father Matt Jeffrey on a Greek island stag do. Discover the family's fight for justice and the impact of one-punch violence. Listen to the full podcast.
Cravath's City Lawyers Get £100k Bonuses
Cravath Swaine & Moore offers London lawyers special bonuses up to $150k as US law firms intensify competition for UK legal talent. Discover the impact.
Accountancy Firms Challenge Big Law's Market Share
Major accountancy firms are aggressively expanding into legal services, threatening traditional law firms' dominance. Discover how this shift impacts the UK legal landscape and what it means for clients.
BBC in 'existential crisis' over government appointments
Former BBC journalist Mishal Husain warns the corporation faces an existential crisis and calls for end to ministers picking board members to restore public trust.
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