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The Law Show

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Weekly conversation that will give you an in-depth understanding of the law stories making news and the legal decisions that could have a bearing on everyone in the UK. Whether it's unpicking a landmark legal ruling, explaining how laws are made or seeking clarity for you on a legal issue, The Law Show will be your guide.

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Latest Episodes

The phrase “State related deaths” might mean little to the average person, but it's an umbrella term referring to a death in custody or a mental health setting. It also applies to situations when people have taken their own lives while in the armed f... more

The Victims and Courts Bill is progressing through Parliament, and will force convicted criminals to attend their sentencing hearings.

If criminals convicted of the most serious offences in England or Wales refuse to attend, or are disruptive in co... more

Wrongful convictions in the Post Office scandal and for train fare evasion have been described by the Government as ‘catastrophic failures’, and it's held a consultation in England and Wales to reform private prosecutions.

It covers private prosecu... more

What legal responsibilities does a company have to keep your data secure?

M&S, and the Co-op are picking up the pieces after their systems were hacked.

The cyber criminals claim to have the private information of 20 million people who signed up to... more

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Kate Stone
Barrister at Garden Court North Chambers
Garden Court North Chambers
Episode: How can avoidable deaths be prevented?
Deborah Coles
Director of the Charity Inquest
Inquest
Episode: How can avoidable deaths be prevented?
Alexander Learmonth
King's Council, a barrister specializing in contentious trusts and estates matters
New Square Chambers
Episode: How can avoidable deaths be prevented?
Zara Cook
Affected individual who shares her experience about wrongful fare evasion accusations.
Episode: Wrongful convictions: why private prosecutions face reform
Dr Jonathan Rogers
Part of the campaign group Criminal Justice Reform Now and co-deputy director of the Cambridge Centre for Criminal Justice.
Cambridge Centre for Criminal Justice
Episode: Wrongful convictions: why private prosecutions face reform
Tristan Kirk
Court correspondent at the London Evening Standard and winner of the Paul Foot Award.
London Evening Standard
Episode: Wrongful convictions: why private prosecutions face reform
Nathalie Potter
Head of DBS at Olliers Solicitors in Manchester.
Olliers Solicitors
Episode: Wrongful convictions: why private prosecutions face reform
Joe Tidy
Cyber security correspondent
Episode: My data's been stolen in a cyberattack - can I sue?
Tim Capel
Legal Counsel for the Information Commissioner's Office
Information Commissioner's Office
Episode: My data's been stolen in a cyberattack - can I sue?

Host

Dr. Joelle Grogan

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 503 ratings
  • Fake scores

    Anyone would think this podcast achieved its star rating on its own merits if they were new to the show, but it didn’t, most of the scores came from when this was the superior “Law in Action”. When you completely change the format, presenters and names of a show you shouldn’t be able to pretend to be a direct sequel deserving the scores obtained beforehand.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vindiboy
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • New Format Fails to Impress

    Law In Action was a great listen, clearly aimed at the legal profession but understandable by the average person. Going from that to “Money Box Live for Legal Problems” is just a huge step down and I can’t see myself listening any longer

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BringTheNoiseX7
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Why is this ending?

    Why? There must be space for one podcast for lawyers? Isn’t there?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew265
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • This has been one of the BBC's best programs for decades. It will be a tragedy if they do not immediately replace it with something of equal quality and integrity researched and hosted by a team with similar, relevant, expertise.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    XYZ
    2 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Informative and educative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angela Dakyung Hong
    South Korea3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall appreciated for being informative and accessible to non-legal audiences, addressing complex issues within the law.
Some frustrations related to changes in format and availability, with contrasting opinions about the depth of content.
Listeners express gratitude for the educational quality and high production values, emphasizing the importance of covering timely and relatable legal topics.
Criticism exists, mainly focused on remarks regarding previous iterations of the show and a desire for deeper legal insights in some episodes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#6
United Kingdom/Government
Apple Podcasts
#31
Canada/Government
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#23
France/Government
Apple Podcasts
#157
Germany/Government
Apple Podcasts
#178
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Apple Podcasts
#245
Australia/Government

Talking Points

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How can avoidable deaths be prevented?
Q: Do you think there's political appetite for creating this kind of mechanism?
Deborah mentions that there is support from the Housing and Community Select Committee for the proposed National Oversight Mechanism, indicating some political willingness to address these issues.
How can avoidable deaths be prevented?
Q: What needs to change in the current approach to PFD reports?
Deborah Coles suggests developing a National Oversight Mechanism to ensure accountability and proper follow-up on actions taken or not taken in response to coroners' reports.
How can avoidable deaths be prevented?
Q: What do the coroners highlight in the PFD in the case of Amina Ismail?
The jury concluded that Amina had been ready for discharge about a year before she died and identified several systemic issues that contributed to her prolonged stay and eventual death.
Should killers be forced to attend sentencing hearings?
Q: Charlie, do you think using reasonable force to have convicted criminals attend is something that is workable in practice?
It might not be effective and could even be counterproductive, potentially causing more distress for the families involved.
Should killers be forced to attend sentencing hearings?
Q: Will this law improve the experience of the court system for families of victims?
It hopes to right the injustice felt by bereaved families and improve the overall experience in the court system.

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What is The Law Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary legal issues and landmark rulings that impact the UK public. It frequently features discussions on topics such as private prosecutions, wrongful convictions, and the complexities of the legal process, making it accessible even for non-lawyers. Guests often include legal professionals, journalists, and advocates who provide insights into pressing matters, ensuring listeners not only receive factual updates but also varied viewpoints on these legal dilemmas. Its aim is to foster understanding of the law in everyday contexts, making complicated legal jargon relatable and easier to navigate for a general audience.

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The Law Show launched 18 years ago and published 106 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Law Show include:

1. Kate Stone
2. Deborah Coles
3. Alexander Learmonth
4. Zara Cook
5. Dr Jonathan Rogers
6. Tristan Kirk
7. Nathalie Potter
8. Joe Tidy

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