The 'mini budget', released by the new Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng, has rightly been dominating our newsfeeds this week. But what else should you be keeping an eye on?

The backlog of Crown court cases – which increased by nearly 50% during the pandemic – has now started to fall.

Why do private equity houses invest where they do?

What do rising insolvencies mean for the construction industry and the lawyers it instructs?

If you're in need of application advice, the LawCareers.Net Oracle will be available on 25 January with a special pre-deadline Twitter session.

The time has come for me to leave LCN blogging. It has been an absolutely fantastic experience and a career-building opportunity. Here are my final thoughts for all potential and current law students.

How can unions know if they have met the correct requirements for a valid ballot before industrial action?

The University of Law has appointed Tony King, currently director of the Clifford Chance academy, as a specialist adviser and visiting professor.

The Solicitors Regulation Authority is once again considering whether to abolish the minimum annual salary for trainee solicitors.

John Latham has joined The University of Law as its provost and CEO, following previous roles at Laureate Education Inc and Russell Group universities.

What taxation measures has the government taken to level the playing field between UK residents and non-UK residents in relation to ownership of residential property?

Slaughter and May has announced the introduction of a new scheme, which allows associates to reduce their working hours for less pay, enabling them the “time to pursue other interests and maintain a greater work/life balance”.

Recession: not such a sad thing after all?

Shoosmiths’ summer vacation scheme, which was due to take place in June, has been cancelled in light of recent government advice. 

As a first year, what should your mentality be towards work experience? The mere fact that you’re reading this article is already a good start. However, it is paramount to understand that there is no need to be desperately seeking every opportunity. The common mistake among first years is to apply for as many insight schemes as possible and hope for the best. 

The Legal Aid Agency has been accused of being in denial about severe glitches in its client management and cost system.