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Taking the SDT Path Forward: Navigating Accountability in a Flawed System

Written by John Barwell 9 November 20245 June 2026

SDT applications · Regulatory process · Legal accountability Criticising the SRA may be justified in many cases, but anyone seeking professional accountability must still understand the route. A direct application to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal requires more than frustration with the regulator: it requires evidence, procedural discipline and a record showing that the right steps … Continue reading “Taking the SDT Path Forward: Navigating Accountability in a Flawed System”

Access to Justice

Acknowledging Mistakes: Clarifying the Process for Lay Applications to the SDT

Written by John Barwell 8 November 20245 June 2026

John Barwell clarifies the correct process for lay applications to the SDT, addressing misconceptions and providing accurate guidance.

Case Studies

Judge’s Notes Exemptions: The Secret Change Under the Data Protection Act 2018

Written by John Barwell 7 November 20245 June 2026

A new judicial exemption under the Data Protection Act 2018 limits access to judges’ notes, quietly curbing transparency and sparking debate on fairness and accountability.

Case Studies

SRA Under Fire: Allegations of Backhanders, Favouritism, and Regulatory Failures Spark Public Outrage and Calls for Reform

Written by John Barwell 5 November 20245 June 2026

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) faces growing allegations of receiving backhanders and favouritism, failing to regulate solicitors effectively. Public trust is at an all-time low, sparking widespread outrage and urgent calls for reform.

Case Studies

The SRA: A Regulator in Name Only

Written by John Barwell 3 November 20245 June 2026

The SRA is supposed to regulate the legal profession, uphold justice, and protect the public, but instead, it behaves like an inept sheriff in a lawless Wild West town—drunk, incapable, and ultimately indifferent to the chaos surrounding it.

Case Studies

SRA Takes Action Against Former Axiom Ince Employees: Further Developments in the Axiom Ince Saga

Written by John Barwell 2 November 20245 June 2026

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has intensified its response to the unfolding crisis surrounding Axiom Ince, banning two former employees from the profession.

Dispute Resolution

Navigating the UK Justice System as a Litigant in Person: Avoiding the “Vexatious Litigant” Label

Written by John Barwell 1 November 20245 June 2026

In the current legal environment, many individuals find themselves compelled to act as litigants in person (LiPs), often driven by economic necessity due to the prohibitive costs associated with formal legal representation.

Regulatory Matters

The SRA’s Attempts to Justify Its Failures Are Both Hollow and Disappointing

Written by John Barwell 31 October 20245 June 2026

Regulatory accountability · SRA · Axiom Ince The SRA’s response to the Axiom Ince review raises a public-confidence problem. A regulator facing oversight criticism can acknowledge failings plainly, or it can emphasise complexity, hindsight and future reform. The distinction matters because public trust is rebuilt by accountability, not by careful institutional positioning. Category Regulatory accountability … Continue reading “The SRA’s Attempts to Justify Its Failures Are Both Hollow and Disappointing”

Regulatory Matters

The Question of Independence: Should the SRA Be Using CEDR for Complaints Review?

Written by John Barwell 30 October 20245 June 2026

The SRA plays a crucial role in overseeing the standards and conduct of solicitors across England and Wales. As a regulatory body, it must uphold a transparent and fair process for handling complaints about its services.

Regulatory Matters

A Critical Turning Point for Legal Regulation: SRA Under Scrutiny in Axiom Ince Review

Written by John Barwell 30 October 20245 June 2026

The SRA has found itself at the centre of intense scrutiny following the release of an independent report that shines a light on substantial failings in its regulatory approach.