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New this month
The CPS – what is it really like…?
Find out what working in the Crown Prosecution Service is really like in this article from College of Law careers expert and former Senior Crown Prosecutor, Angela Smith.
Pickles in a pickle over a prayer
This article looks at a recent ruling on the inclusion of prayers in town council meetings - and how this was reversed by fast-tracking of powers in the Localism Act 2011.
The College of Law and its role in developing legal education in Rwanda
Our latest article looks at how the College has been providing assistance to Rwanda’s centre for professional legal education, the Institute of Legal Practice and Development (‘ILPD’) as part of its corporate social responsibility programme.
Stephen Lawrence and the Criminal Justice Act 2003
The recent trial of Gary Dobson and David Norris for the racist murder of Stephen Lawrence was significant for a variety of reasons. This article will look at some of the legal aspects.
10 common mistakes on application forms
To help you avoid crucial slip-ups, here are the “top 10” mistakes that we’ve seen (and even done ourselves - we’re all human!) on draft applications sent to the Careers Department for checking.
Missing People: Time for Change?
Why has the law relating to missing people suddenly hit the headlines?
College Paralympian Craig McCann
Former College of Law student Craig McCann is currently training hard to earn a place in Team GB at the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Follow Craig's inspirational blog in which he also talks about his past career from joining the Royal Air Force to moving into law!
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