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Lawyers must prioritise duties to court over clients, LSB clarifies

Policy highlights risks linked to SLAPPS, NDAs and reputation management strategies affecting professional independence

Community sentencing weaknesses threaten justice reforms

Magistrates’ Association says delays, probation shortages and regional gaps leave courts without effective alternatives to custody

Crime and Policing Bill cleared by Lords after key amendments agreed

Lords approve final amendments to Crime and Policing Bill at third reading

Crown Court backlog passes 80,000 cases to reach new record high

Sarah Sackman warns victims face devastating delays as backlog rises 8% year-on-year