Understanding the economic rationale for legal services regulation

The full report can be found below including a collection of essays responding to the research.

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Legal services regulators work together to strengthen conduct of litigation guidance

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has today published the findings of its review into guidance provided to the legal profession …

LSB recruits senior leaders to support new direction

The Legal Services Board is looking for experienced leaders to help drive a major reset of legal services regulation. We’re …

Independent review of the Legal Services Board

The independent review of the Legal Services Board, conducted by Richard Lloyd and published by the Ministry of Justice, was …

LSB annual report highlights stronger oversight and action to protect consumers

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has today published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2025/26, taking stock of a year of decisive …

Chair’s blog: reshaping our approach

It has been three months since I took up the role of Chair of the Legal Services Board, and I …

AI tools show real promise to increase access to legal services, but consumers lack basic protections

People are already using AI tools to help them with legal problems, from housing disputes and employment rights to debt …