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SRA strives to close gaps in access to justice

Posted on 23 February 2022

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) launched new research surrounding gaps in access to justice.

The SRA should create “fitness to practice” rules to support solicitors with mental health issues, say experts

Posted on 14 November 2018

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) should introduce “fitness to practice rules” covering mental health, following a High Court judgment that toxic working environments, stress and depression are not enough to stop solicitors being struck off when they have acted dishonestly, regulatory experts have said.

SRA says more firms may go under

Posted on 28 May 2013

The SRA has warned that more large law firms may fail over the next few years as a result of gloomy economic conditions, as it confirms that talks are ongoing with over 50 firms where intervention may be necessary in 2013.

SRA says AI could provide “major advantage” but warns law firms of risks

Posted on 22 November 2023

“AI has very high potential to help firms, consumers and the wider justice system,” according to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) latest Risk Outlook series.

SRA reveal new ABS details as first approvals approach

Posted on 04 January 2012

The SRA began accepting applications from organisations seeking to become alternative business structures yesterday.

SRA responds to demands to not delay LPC exams

Posted on 27 March 2020

The Junior Lawyers Division (JLD) has outlined the serious impact that coronavirus is having on junior lawyers, including Legal Practice Course (LPC) students, solicitor apprentices and trainee solicitors - adding to pressure that has forced the solicitors' regulator to respond.

SRA reports SQE is “robust, fair, valid assessment” while acknowledging the "troubling” disparity in pass rates

Posted on 17 March 2023

Following its first full year in practice, the latest reports show that the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) is a fair and reliable assessment, despite the disparity in pass rates between candidates from different ethnic backgrounds.

SRA reports increase in SQE1 pass rate and rise in fees

Posted on 22 April 2024

The Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) annual report has revealed that 56% of candidates passed the January 2024 SQE1 sitting – an increase on the January 2023 sitting (51%).

SRA report shows small improvement in staff diversity

Posted on 20 June 2013

The SRA's annual equality report has this year shown a small improvement in the diversity of its own employees.

SRA releases Training for Tomorrow as part of its LETR response

Posted on 18 October 2013

The SRA has released its Training for Tomorrow policy paper, which among other things promises "radical" reforms to the current education and training system and an end to the "one-size-fits-all" approach to solicitors' qualification.

SRA releases new plan to tackle competence failures

Posted on 03 February 2023

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has warned that firms found to be inadequate at taking continuing professional development seriously can expect enforcement action “where necessary”.

SRA releases Brexit guidance to firms

Posted on 16 September 2016

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has published a report on the possible impact of Brexit on law firms.

SRA reintroduces £20 charge for non-practising solicitors

Posted on 13 December 2022

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has announced that non-practising solicitors will need to pay a £20 charge to stay on the roll from next year. The change will affect around 60,000 non-practising solicitors who are already on the roll.

SRA points to technology as research shows most believe legal system is not for "ordinary people”

Posted on 03 June 2019

Most people do not feel that the justice system works for them, according to new research.

SRA may axe minimum trainee pay rules

Posted on 13 January 2012

The Solicitors Regulation Authority is once again considering whether to abolish the minimum annual salary for trainee solicitors.

SRA looks back on a year of ABS

Posted on 24 January 2013

The SRA has completed its first year or authorising and regulating alternative business structures.

SRA legal diversity survey announced as chief executive resigns

Posted on 10 May 2013

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has announced the details of its 2013 diversity survey.

SRA launches second SQE consultation

Posted on 07 October 2016

The SRA has launched a second consultation, running until 9 January 2017, on its proposed Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), the single assessment for would-be solicitors.

SRA issues warning for firm mergers and acquisitions

Posted on 19 June 2024

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has issued a new warning notice in light of several recent high-profile law firm collapses, emphasising that firms carrying out mergers and acquisitions (M&As) need to prioritise their clients’ interests.

SRA holds focus groups and runs survey on trainee minimum salary

Posted on 09 March 2012

The SRA is currently holding a series of focus groups and running an online survey as part of its consultation into whether it should continue to have a minimum rate of pay for trainee solicitors.