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Sra Appoints Alan Evans As Executive Director and Kate O’neill As Executive Director

PRIVATEAug 03, 20267 days ago

Position

Executive Director

Company

Solicitors Regulation Authority

Kate O’Neill
LegalLegal TechIntellectual PropertyLaw Enforcement

Description

SRA chief executive Sarah Rapson announces the hiring of Alan Evans as the new executive director, general counsel, risk and compliance, and Kate O’Neill as the executive director, communications and external affairs. Both new hires bring significant experience from their previous roles in government and corporate sectors.

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Company

Solicitors Regulation Authority

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The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) is an independent regulatory body established to regulate solicitors and law firms in England and Wales. It ensures that the legal profession operates with integrity and professionalism, maintaining public trust in legal services. The SRA also addresses emerging challenges within the legal sector and strives to uphold the highest standards of practice.

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