The Crime and Policing Act 2026 introduces a wide range of reforms aimed at strengthening public protection. While many of the measures are policing-focused, several are likely to be particularly relevant for professionals working in the justice system, including barristers, children’s solicitors, Cafcass guardians, local authority lawyers and social workers.

Our specialist abuse team is appealing for witnesses who have information about inappropriate behaviour by staff at Birkdale Private School in Sheffield.

A recent dispute reported by The Independent highlights the difficulties that can arise when informal promises about family property are not recorded in writing.

The legal end of a marriage does not automatically resolve financial matters. Even after a final order is granted, you and your ex partner may still have financial ties unless these are formally dealt with by the court.

The specialist abuse team at Switalskis are appealing for witnesses following the recent conviction of Paul Dowbekin who was a teacher at All Hallows School, Shepton Mallet.

Thirteen survivors of child sexual exploitation are travelling to Downing Street today to urge Prime Minister Andy Burnham to rethink the Sentencing Act as a matter of urgency. They warn that proposals to release some serious offenders early are having a devastating impact on survivors’ mental health and sense of safety.

We are proud to share details of a recent settlement in a case where our client, a young man, received £325,000 compensation following a serious road traffic collision.

First published in The Yorkshire Post. Selling your  home is one of life’s most significant undertakings. In this blog, we discuss what to think about before putting your house on the market, to make the transaction run as smoothly as possible.