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Government delays Society ABS regulator decision
End of year approval now predicted after further issues raised
SLCC must live within its means, says Society's levy response
Complaints body called on to rethink proposed 1.8% rise
Both sides in "sep rep" debate in late bid to gather votes
Proxy votes being collected ahead of deadline
Insurer DAS to become legal services provider
Law firm acquired as LSEW predicts market shakeup
Complaints Commission welcomes new chair
Management consultant Bill Brackenridge succeeds Jane Irvine
Glasgow debate results in "sep rep" rule change vote
Conveyancers vote to end borrower/lender conflict exemption
Board recommends regulation of will writing in England & Wales
Estate administration to remain exempt from Legal Services Act
Complaints Commission proposes £6 rise in 2013-14 levy
Increase held at 1.8% despite rising caseload
Society given “reasonable” rating for conduct complaint handling
SLCC audit of timescales finds room for improvement
Judicial Complaints Reviewer reports ups and downs in first year
First annual report reveals differences with Judicial Office over powers
Legal advice privilege confined to lawyers, Supreme Court rules
Majority reject accountants' plea for protection of tax advice
Judges uphold Commission rejection of complaint
Solicitor entitled to revise proposed letter on dismissal appeal