Law Firm Offers 20% Billable Credit for AI Effort
US law firm Ropes & Gray expands its 'TrAIlblazers' programme to Europe, allowing junior lawyers to dedicate 20% of billable hours to generative AI. Discover how this shapes legal tech.
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Police block sports bar over 'crime links'
Met Police urge Harrow Council to reject a new sports bar licence, alleging the applicant is linked to previous owners involved in crime. Decision due next week.
Former Goldman Sachs MDs' Hedge Fund Gains Dubai Licence
Hudson Bay Capital, co-founded by ex-Goldman Sachs managing directors, has secured a Dubai financial licence, expanding its global footprint. Discover the strategic move here.
Remote Australian Pub Loses Licence Over 'Unorthodox' Trading
The historic Barrow Creek Hotel, run by publican Les Pilton for 37 years, has had its liquor licence suspended by the NT Liquor Commission. Read the full story on the controversial ruling.
UK Fintech Zilch Buys Bank, Eyes More Deals Before IPO
UK payments giant Zilch has acquired Lithuania's Fjord Bank, securing a European banking licence to fuel expansion. The fintech is eyeing further deals on its road to a public market debut. Read the full story.
Trafalgar Square pub licence review leads to new rules
The Walkers of Whitehall pub near Trafalgar Square has retained its licence after a council review, agreeing to cap late-night smokers and improve supervision after resident complaints.
Police warn North London restaurant over drug activity fears
Met Police oppose O'Bombeiro's bid to lift licence restrictions, warning it may invite back drug activity and anti-social behaviour. Brent Council to decide next week.
Family Campaigns for Stricter Driver Eyesight Tests
A son demands urgent reform of UK driving licence laws after his mother was killed by a driver with severe eyesight issues. His 'Sight Safe' campaign calls for mandatory eye tests.
Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
Government Lowers Drink-Drive Limit in Safety Strategy
The UK government announces a new road safety strategy, lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales and introducing eye tests for over-70s. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
Microsoft Office 2021 for £21.60 on Wowcher: Legit Deal?
A Wowcher deal offers a lifetime licence for Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Plus for just £21.60. We examine if this heavily discounted software package is legitimate and what you really get for your money.
New Road Safety Plan 'Misses Opportunity' to Protect Youth
The government's new road safety strategy promises eye tests for over-70s and a lower drink-drive limit, but bereaved families and the AA say it fails to protect young motorists. Read why campaigners demand more.
New UK Road Safety Strategy: Lower Drink-Drive Limit
The UK government unveils its first major road safety plan in 20 years, lowering the drink-drive limit and proposing a 6-month minimum learning period. Critics say it fails to protect young drivers.
Learner drivers could face six-month test wait
The government proposes a mandatory 3-6 month learning period for new drivers in England and Wales to improve road safety. Find out how this could affect you.
Clifford Chance's best-paid partner got £7m last year
The highest-earning partner at magic circle law firm Clifford Chance was paid over £7m last year, new filings show. Explore the firm's financial performance and partner pay structure.
Police Urge Closure of Historic London Greek Restaurant
The Metropolitan Police call for the licence of the 90-year-old Elysée restaurant in Fitzrovia to be revoked over public safety fears. Consultation open until Jan 2026.
Linklaters' staff costs jump £115m as pay battle intensifies
Magic Circle law firm Linklaters reports a £115m surge in employee costs, highlighting fierce competition for top legal talent and rising salaries across the UK sector.
Starmer's cautious stance on human rights scrutinised
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's approach to human rights law is under the microscope. Has the former lawyer abandoned his principles? Read our analysis of Labour's mixed record.
Experts debunk dangerous 'two-pint' driving rule
An alcohol coach dismantles the risky 'two-pint rule' for drivers. Discover why factors like body weight and beer strength make it an unreliable guide to staying legal.
Algeria Passes Law Declaring French Colonisation a Crime
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
Driver jailed for drinking Stella before crash
John Doocey, 30, sentenced to three years after video showed him opening a can of Stella Artois moments before a high-speed crash that seriously injured two passengers on the A133 in Essex.
Andrew surrenders gun licence after police visit
The former Duke of York voluntarily gave up his shotgun certificate after Metropolitan Police officers visited his Royal Lodge home. Discover the details and implications.
Andrew loses gun licence after royal titles stripped
The Duke of York has voluntarily surrendered his firearms certificate after police visited his Windsor home. The move follows the release of new Jeffrey Epstein documents and the removal of his HRH style.
2025 Legal Year: Mergers, AI & Justice System Crisis
From the rise of transatlantic law giants and AI reshaping fees to a crumbling justice system, we review the seismic shifts that defined the UK legal sector in 2025. Discover the key trends.
Why Cadwalader needed the Hogan Lovells merger
Analysis reveals why the once-dominant US law firm Cadwalader turned to Hogan Lovells for a pivotal London merger, reshaping its City strategy. Discover the key drivers and future implications.
Catford bar gets 4am New Year's Eve licence approved
Lewisham Council approves late licence for Grand Empire's New Year's Eve party until 4am, overriding police concerns over capacity. Find out the full story.
Driving Examiner Shortage Causes 22-Week Test Waits
A mass exodus of DVSA driving examiners and a flawed booking system have created a national crisis, with average test waits hitting 22 weeks. Discover why the government's 7-week target is now delayed until 2027.
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in £2.7bn law firm merger
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plan a mega-merger to create a £2.7bn legal giant. Discover the details and what it means for the global legal market.
Macfarlanes Partner Takes Home Record £5m Pay Packet
A top partner at elite City law firm Macfarlanes earned a record £5m last year, as profits soar and pay for senior lawyers reaches new heights. Discover the figures behind the UK's legal pay boom.
EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
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