Media Releases

The latest CILEX media releases are placed here on the day they are released to the media.

Older press releases from this year and previous years can be found in the media release archive:

CILEX appoints new CEO as next President takes up the reins
CILEX has announced the appointments of leading NHS lawyer Sara Fowler as CILEX President, and former Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) CEO, Jennifer Coupland, as CEO.
Equal pay protections should be extended to race and disability
Equal pay protections should be extended to race and disability, with pay gap reporting for race and disability made mandatory in line with gender pay gap reporting.
Inefficient family courts provide poor value for money and fail to adequately protect children
The family court system is failing to meet demand, is inefficient and “poor value for money for taxpayers”, says CILEX in calling for urgent improvements to protect children using court services.
CILEX supports Civil Justice Council’s call for urgent legislation to reverse PACCAR effects; but urges caution on Access to Justice Fund
CILEX welcomes the Civil Justice Council’s (CJC) final report on litigation funding, which highlights the urgent need for legislative action to reverse the effects of PACCAR.
CILEX backs mandatory annual ethics training
CILEX has backed the idea of mandatory annual training on ethics as part of a legal profession-wide push to put ethics at the forefront of practice.
CILEX calls for retention of Level 7 apprenticeship funding warning disadvantaged learners at risk
CILEX has expressed deep concern over the possibility of removing funding for Level 7 apprenticeships, a move it warns threatens to undermine decades of progress in widening participation in higher-level learning and professional development.
CILEX receives Royal approval for launch of CILEX Chartered Paralegal status
CILEX has received the Privy Council’s agreement to amend its Royal Charter and introduce the title of CILEX Chartered Paralegal, the first formal recognition of paralegals as a distinct profession with their own progressive career pathway.
Changes to law on digital evidence in criminal cases must not go too far, says CILEX
In the light of the Post Office Horizon scandal, a review of the common law presumption that ‘the computer is always right’ in criminal proceedings is welcome, says CILEX. But should not go too far the other way.
Celebrating the UK’s best paralegals – National Paralegal Awards open for entries
The search is on to find the UK’s best paralegals with the launch of this year’s National Paralegal Awards, hosted by CILEX, which open for entries today.
Proposed fee uplift not enough to fix civil legal aid crisis, says CILEX
The Ministry of Justice’s proposed civil legal aid fee uplift is “insufficient to sustain the legal aid market” and will not be enough to encourage providers to take up legally aided work in housing and immigration, CILEX says.
CILEX backs stronger regulation of third-party litigation funding
Third-party funding (TPF) of litigation is vital in promoting access to justice and achieving equality of arms but it requires a comprehensive regulatory framework, CILEX says today.
Effective intermediate courts require resources and safeguards, says CILEX
CILEX backs the introduction of intermediate criminal courts – but only if systemic problems around funding, recruitment, training and courtroom capacity are addressed.
Pro bono recognition list returns
The Pro Bono Recognition List celebrates lawyers providing free legal assistance to support access to justice.
CILEX mourns passing of trailblazer Nick Hanning
Nick Hanning, who last year became the first CILEX Lawyer appointed to the post of Recorder, passed away on New Year’s Eve from cancer at the age of 60.
CILEX launch Judicial Academy in a bid to improve diversity at the bench
Officially launched on 5 December 2024, at the Supreme Court London, by Lady Chief Justice, the academy is a bespoke programme designed to support and prepare those with ambition to pursue a career as a judge or magistrate.
Six made honorary CILEX Companions as over 260 members celebrate graduation
Six legal professionals have been appointed as Honorary Companions of CILEX during the annual graduation ceremony, held on Saturday, 19 October 2024, celebrating the achievements of 264 new CILEX Fellows, CILEX Lawyers, Advocates, Practitioners, and CILEX Graduates.
Hanning becomes first CILEX Lawyer appointed a Recorder
Nick Hanning has become the first CILEX Lawyer appointed to the post of Recorder. He can now preside in the County, Family or Crown Court, with broadly the same jurisdiction as a circuit judge.
Outstanding achievement award for Millicent Grant at National Paralegal Awards
The National Paralegal Awards has honoured Millicent Grant KC (Hon) with an outstanding achievement award, paying homage to her continuous plight to make the legal profession accessible to all.
Celebrating Scholarship and Bursary Awards with the CILEX Foundation
The CILEX Foundation charity celebrates a record-breaking round of funding this summer, as the results of the annual Scholarship and Bursary award cycles are announced.
CILEX appoints incoming chair as new president takes up the reins
CILEX has announced the appointments of incoming chair Eileen Milner who will take over as CILEX Chair, and Yanthé Richardson who today begins her year long term as CILEX President.
Search is on for UK’s best paralegals as National Paralegal Awards opens for entries
Buying and selling a property in England is “inefficient and ineffective” and the process needs “substantial reform”, says CILEX.
Conveyancing process in England requires substantial overhaul, CILEX says
Buying and selling a property in England is “inefficient and ineffective” and the process needs “substantial reform”, says CILEX.
Compensation for pain and suffering in whiplash cases is “derisory and unfair”, says CILEX
Compensation awarded for pain, suffering and loss of amenity (PSLA) in whiplash cases is “derisory and unfair” and fails to fully compensate claimants, says CILEX.
Criminal legal aid reforms do not go far enough, says CILEX
Government plans to reform the ‘crime lower’ fee schemes do not adequately address the concerns of the Criminal Legal Aid Independent Review (CLAIR), CILEX has warned.
Raise civil legal aid thresholds in line with inflation and incentivise providers, says CILEX
CILEX is calling for the earnings and assets thresholds individuals must fall below to qualify for civil legal aid to be raised year on year, in line with the Consumer Price Index.
Probate delays causing bereaved stress and financial loss, says CILEX
Severe delays that currently see clients being advised that probate will take at least nine months, will not improve without adequate resources, says CILEX.
CILEX reports widespread support for reform agenda
CILEX has reported strong support from the profession, employers and consumers for its plans to change the way CILEX members are regulated and introduce clearer professional titles.
Professor Lord Kakkar made honorary CILEX Companion as 275 members celebrate graduation
Professor Lord Kakkar has been made an Honorary CILEX Companion, in recognition of his work as chair of the Judicial Appointment Commission and Judicial Diversity Forum (JDF).
Powers of attorney modernised as legislation allows CILEX Lawyers to certify LPA copies for the first time
The Powers of Attorney Act has been passed by Parliament, modernising the process for making and registering lasting powers of attorney (LPAs).
Professional Paralegal Register founder wins award at National Paralegal Awards 2023
The National Paralegal Awards, celebrating the very best paralegals across the UK and the businesses that support them, bestowed this year’s outstanding achievement award to Rita Leat, founder of the Professional Paralegal Register and former chief executive of the Institute of Paralegals (IoP)
CILEX consults on next stage of reform agenda
CILEX today opened a consultation into the next stage of its reform agenda, laying out plans to change the way its members are regulated as well as introducing clearer professional titles.
Emma Davies takes over as 60th CILEX President
Regulatory lawyer, Emma Davies, has taken over as the 60th President of CILEX and 13th female president.
Funding hike sees CILEX and solicitor apprenticeships receive equal funding
The Department for Education has announced that CILEX apprenticeships will receive the same level of funding as solicitor apprenticeships.
Senior judicial roles open up to CILEX Lawyers as new legislation comes into force
A range of senior judicial positions are now open to CILEX members for the first time, as new legislation came into force this week after the House of Lords passed it unopposed.
Ministry of Justice to open up more senior judicial roles to CILEX Lawyers
Legislative changes introduced by the Ministry of Justice to Parliament today will open up more senior judicial positions to CILEX members for the first time, in a move expected to improve diversity in the judiciary.
CILEX statement in response to LSB investigation
CILEX and and CILEx Regulation (CRL) welcome the conclusion of the LSB’s investigation are committed to work collaboratively to progress the LSB’s recommendations
Higher rights of audience for CILEX members would improve sustainability of legal services
Giving CILEX members the opportunity to gain higher rights of audience would have a positive impact on the sustainability of legal services and open up career opportunities in both the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and the judiciary, says CILEX.
CILEX acquires Institute of Paralegals
CILEX has strengthened its position as the body that champions specialist legal professionals by acquiring the Institute of Paralegals (IoP) and its Professional Paralegal Register (PPR).
Higher rights of audience for CILEX members would improve sustainability of legal services
Giving CILEX members the opportunity to gain higher rights of audience would have a positive impact on the sustainability of legal services and open up career opportunities in both the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and the judiciary, says CILEX.
Sir Robert Buckland made honorary CILEX Companion as 250 members celebrate graduation
Sir Robert Buckland MP has been made an Honorary CILEX Companion, in recognition of his support for CILEX. At the annual graduation ceremony held on Saturday, he congratulated attendees for their achievements and CILEX for its contribution to modernising the legal profession.
Record pass rate as foundation students sit CILEX Professional Qualification
CILEX today published the results of its latest CILEX Professional Qualification (CPQ) assessments, which saw 83% of students pass assessments as part of the first stage of the new qualification.
CILEX: Different in the route to qualification, yes. Lesser, no.
The recent announcement by CILEX that it is initiating formal talks with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) to explore a possible proposal to transfer the regulation of its members has raised some eyebrows.
Matthew Huggett takes over as CILEX President
Employment law specialist, Matthew Huggett, has taken over as the 59th President of CILEX and has promised to champion the CILEX route into a legal career and prioritise improvements to the working lives and career opportunities of CILEX members.
CILEX exploring new regulatory model with SRA
CILEX is initiating formal talks with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) to explore a possible proposal to transfer the regulation of its members.
CILEX opens up final stage of CPQ to LPC graduates
CILEX has opened up the final stage of the CILEX Professional Qualification, allowing Legal Practice Course and Bar Professional Course graduates to study and qualify as CILEX Lawyers in as little as 18 months.
#LegalPride2022: Lawyers unite to celebrate 50 years of Pride
The legal professions of England and Wales – solicitors, barristers and CILEX lawyers – will unite to commemorate 50 years since the first Pride took place in the UK.

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