The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) is to consult on plans to reintroduce requirements for non-practising solicitors to complete an application allowing them to remain on the roll.
The application allows the SRA to confirm that the data held on non-practising solicitors is accurate and up to date. This includes solicitors who are retired, work in-house, or are not currently practising.
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