News Archive

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Pacific countries consulted on draft integrity law: Released: 30 November 2011; Second regional seminar reviews draft of model law for public officials
Seychelles to look at reform of civil laws: Released: 19 September 2011; Reforms recommended at a seminar sponsored by the Commonwealth Secretariat include the introduction of mediation to settle civil cases and changes to Seychelles civil procedure code
Commonwealth backs Caribbean network of legislative drafters: Released: 31 August 2011; Seminar strengthens capacity of drafting offices
Commonwealth law ministers end landmark meeting in Sydney: Released: 14 July 2011; Ministers and attorneys-general give Commonwealth Secretariat new roadmap and programme of work for the rule of law
Commonwealth signs co-operation MoU with International Criminal Court: Released: 13 July 2011; ICC praises Secretariat for sterling work in promoting implementation of international criminal law
Sharma urges Commonwealth law ministers to champion those denied justice: Released: 12 July 2011; “The poor, the marginalised, the vulnerable, those who are – for whatever reason – denied justice; it is they who should be foremost in our thoughts” – Secretary-General says
Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting opens in Sydney: Released: 11 July 2011; Gatherings of ministers are among the most visible expressions of Commonwealth co-operation and partnership – Commonwealth Secretary-General
Young Pacific lawyers hold forum to discuss challenges: Released: 10 July 2011; Forum, convened by Commonwealth Secretariat and Australia Attorney-General’s Department, offers an opportunity for young lawyers to share views, network and make friends – Commonwealth Deputy Secretary-General
Commonwealth seminar focuses on criminal law reform in Belize: Released: 7 July 2011; Regular review will ensure law is contemporary - Commonwealth Secretariat adviser
Commonwealth law ministers to hold triennial meeting in Australia: Released: 4 July 2011; Meeting provides a periodic opportunity, every three years, for ministers and senior officials to come together to stock take and look ahead