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Sentencing changes: Presumption towards suspended sentences

Legal Update


 The Sentencing Act 2026 brings in changes to suspended sentences from 22 March 2026, including the insertion of section 264A and section 277A into the Sentencing Act 2020.

Drugs - single cannabis plant for personal use

Legal Q&A


 Is it against the law to grow a single cannabis plant for one's own personal use?

Football (Offences) Act 1991: New offence of unauthorised entry

Legal Update


 The Unauthorised Entry to Football Matches Act 2026 comes into force on 22 March 2026. This Act inserts section 1A and introduces the offence of unauthorised entry into the Football (Offences) Act 1991. 

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Welcome to our legal feature 'In the Spotlight'

Bringing focus to a legal topic, making your professional life simpler by:

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  • Evidence continuous personal development
  • Understand how to apply the law competently

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In the Spotlight