Two weeks ago I blogged about the legal aid row in Northern Ireland and how so few solicitors were willing to provide their services under the new payment arrangements introduced by Minister for Justice, David Ford. Just to follow up, it appears that through negotiations between the Law Society and the Department of Justice, this…Continue reading Legal aid dispute: UPDATE
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The Northern Ireland Legal Aid Row
A row has been brewing in Northern Ireland over the last 6 months or so, embroiling David Ford – the first Minister for Justice here – in his first major row. The dispute concerns the provision of legal aid to persons accused of crimes who cannot afford legal representation. In April of this year new…Continue reading The Northern Ireland Legal Aid Row