Press Releases 

The latest ILEX press releases are placed here on the day they are released to the media . If you would like to be included on our release list, contact us today. 

Earlier press releases from 2008 and previous years can be found in the press release archive:

• IPS looks at new proposals for the regulation of lawyers
  IPS and the Joint Advocacy Group (JAG) are consulting jointly on quality assurance scheme for criminal advocates
• Lord Chancellor appoints the first Legal Executive Judge
  Ian Ashley-Smith from Heringtons Solicitors in Eastbourne is the first Legal Executive to be appointed a Judge.
• Domestic abuse victims most vulnerable from legal aid
  ILEX calls its members to submit their views on the effects of legal aid cuts on law firms working on family cases
• APs to play key role in CPS cutbacks
  ILEX rejects law society criticisms, insisting that Associate Prosecutors will play a key role in maintaining CPS standards in the midst of cutbacks.
• Outstanding Lawyer Wins 2009 Pro Bono Medal
  ILEX has awarded its 2009 Pro Bono Medal to Brighton legal executive Philip Warford. Philip
• Governments proposal risks damaging access to justice
  Government plans could leave the rural public and minorities with less chance to access legal aid advice