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The Surrey Law Society regularly represents members on issues of interest, including engagement in consultations that affect the profession.  Here you can view the most recent consultation responses submitted by the Surrey Law Society. 

 

The Society welcomes members from across the county who wish to engage in this activity; if you would like to have your say please email admin@surreylawsociety.org.uk and a member of the committee will be in touch.

21 July 2026

What helps people from underrepresented groups to progress into leadership positions? What makes mentoring and sponsorship programmes effective?

21 July 2026

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has confirmed changes to its proposed 2026/27 business plan and Compensation Fund contributions following consultation with the profession.

29 June 2026

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has announced a significant package of reforms, shaped in collaboration with industry, designed to transform the home buying and selling process in England and Wales.

23 June 2026

The Law Society of England and Wales is inviting members to take part in an interactive online wellbeing session, Shaping Wellbeing Together: Member Feedback with Law Society President, Mark Evans. . Wednesday 15 July 2026 12:00pm – 1:00pm Online via Microsoft Teams . Wellbeing continues to be one of the most important issues facing the

22 June 2026

Surrey Law Society has submitted its response to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s consultation on its proposed Business Plan and Funding Requirements for 2026/27, following consultation with members from across the Surrey legal community. . The Society’s response reflects feedback from a broad cross-section of firms and practitioners, including sole practitioners, small, medium and large firms,

10 June 2026

The Law Society has launched its Pride in the Law Survey 2026 and is encouraging LGBTQ+ solicitors and allies across the profession to share their experiences. . The survey follows the Law Society’s 2021 Pride in the Law research, which highlighted important issues relating to workplace inclusion, discrimination, mental health and wellbeing, career progression and