News
Latest news and updates from the SDT.
Facilities and access, SDT
Relocation of SDT Offices
Please note that as of 2 January 2024, the SDT will relocate to: 2nd Floor 45 Ludgate Hill London EC4M 7JU. The SDT contact details remain unchanged: … Read more
SDT
Psychology Works
On behalf of the Tribunal, huge congratulations to Psychology Works on their win at the Association of British Psychology Awards in the category of … Read more
The SDT notes the recent meeting between the SRA and the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice which has been widely reported.
The SDT notes the LSB position, set out in a press release on 4 August 2023, which states that it is currently undertaking a review of regulators’ … Read more
Appointment of Chief Clerk/Chief Executive Officer
Statement from the President of the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal, Alison Kellett with respect to the appointment of the new Chief Clerk/Chief … Read more
Referrals to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT)
In July 2022 the Ministry of Justice increased the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s fining powers from £2,000 to £25,000 for solicitors and … Read more
Statement from the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) with respect to its tenancy agreement at Gate House, Farringdon Street, London.
Further to public commentary regarding the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) and the leasing agreement at its current premises in Farringdon … Read more
Applications
Launch of new Explanatory Note to Standard Directions, Glossary and template Answer and Statement of Means
We recognise that for those who are not familiar with our processes and terminology it can be harder to ensure that all the requirements of our … Read more
Applications
Memorandum of Understanding
On 6 September 2022, the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal and its administration company Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal Administration Ltd signed a … Read more
Applications
Annual Report 2021
The SDT published its Annual Report for 2021 on 12 August 2022. The Report shows that the SDT received a total of 136 applications in 2021, including… Read more
Applications
Updated Practice Direction in respect of Remote and Hybrid Hearings
The Tribunal is now holding in-person, remote and hybrid hearings. To assist all parties the Tribunal has issued an updated Practice Direction dated… Read more
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