The SDT’s revocation of an SRA rebuke underscores the challenges of balancing solicitor accountability with proportional regulatory enforcement.
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
A forthcoming APPG report reveals significant concerns about the FCA’s oversight of major scandals and its cultural dysfunction.
Written by John Barwell
Conflicts of interest, hidden networks, and a lack of accountability plague the UK justice system—who stands to benefit, and what needs to change?
Written by John Barwell
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) can seem like an intimidating body, especially when challenging misconduct in the legal profession. This guide aims to simplify the process for those who want to apply directly to the SDT without the help of a lawyer, making it clearer how to work within this regulatory framework.
Written by John Barwell
In my previous articles, I’ve criticised the SRA’s failures extensively. The Axiom Ince scandal is just one example that highlights how a body meant to regulate the profession often appears to shield it instead. However, I now find myself at a point where I must engage with the wider regulatory system, specifically the Solicitors Disciplinary […]
Written by John Barwell
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.
Written by John Barwell
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has intensified its response to the unfolding crisis surrounding Axiom Ince, banning two former employees from the profession.
Written by John Barwell
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has issued a response to the damning findings of the Legal Services Board’s independent review into its handling of Axiom Ince Limited. Despite the gravity of the failures identified, the SRA has opted for a classic playbook approach: sidestepping responsibility, deflecting blame, and wrapping themselves in layers of positive spin. The […]
Written by John Barwell
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.
Written by John Barwell
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.