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SRA publishes independent review into its pre-intervention handling of PM Law

03 September 2026

The SRA has published the findings of an independent review conducted by law firm Jenner & Block LLP into the handling of the events leading up to the intervention into the PM Law Group in February 2026.

SRA cautions profession about safe and responsible use of AI in legal sector

17 August 2026

Amid growing day-to-day use in law firms, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has published a warning notice to remind the legal profession of their professional obligations when using AI (artificial intelligence).

Applications open for government's Advisory AI Growth Lab in legal services

05 August 2026

Applications for the government's first advisory AI Growth Lab (AIGL) are now open. The government-funded initiative is designed to accelerate the development and deployment of AI products and services by helping innovators navigate existing regulatory frameworks with greater confidence.

SRA continues planned expansion of executive leadership team

29 July 2026

As part of its ongoing drive to transform the way it operates and become a modern, proportionate regulator, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has announced two new appointments to its executive leadership team.

SRA responds to feedback on its 2026/27 business plan and compensation fund proposals

16 July 2026

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has welcomed feedback on its draft 2026/27 Business Plan and funding requirement and has outlined changes it will make to final proposals to reflect what it has heard.

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SRA publishes independent review into its pre-intervention handling of PM Law - Statement

03 September 2026

Missed opportunities relating to PM Law reinforce the need to move from a largely reactive, enforcement-led model of regulation to one that proactively uses data and intelligence to spot emerging risks and act before harm occurs. 

SQE2 results from April 2026 sitting have been released

27 August 2026

Results from the latest SQE2 sitting in April have been issued today (27 August) to candidates. The overall pass rate was 83% across the 2,966 candidates who sat the assessment.

Cavity wall insulation claims handled by SSB Group (SSB) and Pure Legal Limited (Pure Legal)

20 August 2026

This information relates to our investigations into reports of misconduct at the former law firms SSB Group and Pure Legal.

Firm anti-money laundering and sanctions data requirements

27 July 2026

We are carrying out our annual anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions data collection exercise in June and July 2026.