by Levy and Co Solicitors LLP | Jun 14, 2024 | Court
People charged with criminal offences often consider whether they really need a lawyer in court, even in circumstances where legal aid is freely available. Defendants who may have to pay for representation will also often proceed without legal advice, but is it a good...
by Levy and Co Solicitors LLP | Jun 14, 2024 | Driving
The Automated Vehicles Act 2024 was passed into law on May 20, 2024. Over the coming months and years, manufacturers will launch new driving features. These features may lead to the ‘driver’ simply sitting back and enjoying the ride. We could just call it...
by Levy and Co Solicitors LLP | Jun 14, 2024 | Court
he National Council of Civil Liberties (“Liberty”) successfully challenged the legality of Regulations adopted by the Secretary of State which have the effect of lowering the threshold for police intervention in processions and assemblies by persons wishing to...
by Levy and Co Solicitors LLP | May 21, 2024 | Prisons
For the first time, Governors will be able to impose “payback punishments” on prisoners who behave badly in jail, such as damaging prison property or being disrespectful to staff. Punishments will vary from prison to prison, but could include repairing broken items,...
by Levy and Co Solicitors LLP | May 21, 2024 | Cases
The backlog of cases in the criminal courts continues to grow. At the same time, there appears to be a shrinking pool of advocates, in particular barristers, available to prosecute and defend cases. In relation to some of the more specialised work, in particular...
