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OU academics contribute to new BBC Ideas film: ‘Does it ever pay to represent yourself in court?’

Appearing in court without representation is becoming increasingly common. But is it a sensible strategy?

5th May 2022

No fault divorce: how the new law will reduce family conflict

The reform finally brings the divorce process into the 21st century.

12th April 2022

Governments, the law, and long-term issues for Ukrainian refugees

On average refugees around the world spend over 20 years in exile and some may not be able to eventually return at all.

12th April 2022

The war in Ukraine - message from our Vice-Chancellor

Vice-Chancellor’s statement on the invasion of Ukraine

7th April 2022

Conflict and Social Justice are topical discussions at Imagine! Festival

‘Creating Justice: Law, Art, and Activism’ was produced by the OU Law School and brought together a range of local artists who used their art in areas of activism around justice.

5th April 2022

Vice Chancellor’s statement on the war in Ukraine

Vice-Chancellor’s statement on the invasion of Ukraine

1st March 2022

Most employers of apprentices plan to maintain or increase the number they employ this year

A revealing survey conducted by The Open University and in partnership with The 5% Club shows that most employers, almost 9 in 10, who have employed apprentices plan to maintain or increase the number they take on in the next 12 months

8th February 2022

Law School’s research duo have got Seoul

Kim Barker and Olga Jurasz from the Law School have been awarded nearly £50,000 for their research project on digital and online violence, both at home and in East Asia. 

2nd February 2022

Law School academics contribute to BBC Ideas video 'Does it ever pay to represent yourself in court?'

The brand new short film is now available to view on the award-winning BBC Ideas website.

17th December 2021
students in library

Pilot project to support our ‘care experienced’ students

The Faculty of Business and Law has an extended pilot to offer greater support to students who were once in the care system starting today.

29th November 2021

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Law in Motion: 50 Years of Legal Change

Law in Motion book cover

This book is a celebration of 50 Years of The Open University written by members of the Law School.

Read for free

Upcoming Events

May 1

Seminar series: Law, citizenship and female representation

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - 12:00 to 13:00

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May 8

Seminar series: Art and Citizenship

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 - 12:00 to 13:00

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May 9

Violence, women and the law: an unfinished story

Thursday, May 9, 2024 - 13:00 to 14:00

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