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Success for the School of Law in The Complete University Guide 2027

The School of Law is 12th in Law subject rankings, demonstrating its strong reputation for Law and Legal Studies.

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Spotlight on game-based learning: Dr Steve Montagu-Cairns

Dr Montagu-Cairns is immersed in game-based learning in legal education.

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Dr Laura Bainbridge’s campaigning results in major new cuckooing breakthrough

Cuckooing has become a standalone criminal offence in England and Wales, as the Crime and Policing Act 2026 received Royal Assent on 29 April.

First Flexible Funding Awards

Following the first round of applications to the TYP-ACE flexible fund call, we are pleased to announce that we have awarded two Collaborative Research Awards.

TYP-ACE Newsletter April 2026

First TYP-ACE Newsletter