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Celebrating 60 years Where Change Happens 1964 - 2024
We’re celebrating 60 years of making change happen. 60 years of boldness and bravery from our students past and present. 60 years of creating change. So, to celebrate, we’re showcasing "Sixty Stories" a weekly series that sheds light on how our students, staff, research, and partnerships are creating global impact.
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Fighting for access to justice
Access to legal aid to help those unable to pay for services has never been more difficult. Statistics from The Law Society show a significant rise in court backlogs and people representing themselves across Essex and Suffolk in the last five years.
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