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October 27, 2024

Expiration and Replacement of Legal Services General Licence

A new UK General Licence for legal services took effect on 29 October 2024, replacing INT/2024/4671884 and setting updated compliance requirements.

On Monday 28 October 2024, General Licence INT/2024/4671884 expired. A new General Licence (INT/2024/5334756) specifically covering legal services came into effect at 00:01 on Tuesday 29 October 2024.

The new General Licence, along with its reporting forms, is accessible on the Legal Services General Licence page on GOV.UK. Individuals intending to rely on this licence should review it thoroughly to understand the definitions, permissions and requirements for its usage. A publication notice highlights key changes to guide users of this licence.

The General Licence can be accessed through <a href="https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67e6bb7796745eff958ca030/Legal_Services_GL_-_INT-2024-5334756_-_Amendment_28.03.25.pdf" target="_blank" class="news-text_link">this link</a>.

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