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Commercial Awareness Update: Struggling Airlines, Tesco Closures & Interest Rates Cuts

March 23, 2020

During these unprecedented times, our commercial awareness newsletter will focus on the effect of the COVID-19 outbreak.

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COVID-19 & Law Update: In-Person Hearings Cancelled, Spring Vacation Schemes Called Off + More

March 20, 2020

Read this article to find out the impact on the coronavirus pandemic on the legal sector as a whole so far.

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Understanding the UK’s “Coronavirus Bill”

March 19, 2020

In order to effectively cope with and respond to the threat posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the British government will propose a series of emergency laws to the House of Commons.

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Top Law Films to Watch While Self Isolating

March 18, 2020

Make sure you relax during this stressful time if you're self isolating. Make room for some down time by watching a few of these law-related films.

What Are the Likely Commercial Effects of This Year’s Budget?

March 16, 2020

Read this blog to find out some of the key points from this year’s budget alongside the impacts some of these are likely to have on the commercial world.

Can a Solicitor Become a Judge?

March 13, 2020

It's a common misconception that only barristers can aspire to become judges. Can solicitors to enter the courtroom as well?

Why Become a Commercial Solicitor?

March 11, 2020

One of our contributors, Anjali, writes about what made her decide to specialise in commercial law. If you’re interested in this area of legal practice, read on!

5 Things I Learned at BBP’s ACE: The Assessment Centre Experience

March 10, 2020

One of our contributors, Hollie, recently attended a BPP event aiming to prepare students for law firm assessment centres. Read about what she learned

What are the Qualities of a Good Barrister?

March 9, 2020

Seeking a career at the bar? You might be wondering what kinds of qualities you should be trying to improve upon.

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Should I Become a Solicitor? Pros and Cons

March 6, 2020

This article outlines some of the key pros and cons of this role to help you decide whether becoming a solicitor is for you.

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