Lawyer-client privilege can't stop surveillance, says House of Lords

The UK's highest court ruled that spy law the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) allows lawyers' conversations to be bugged. This is a very significant ruling for all in the legal profession and anyone involved in a legal dispute. 

If you are in the legal profession or involved in litigation contact us now for advice and services to help maintain your privacy. It is worth remembering that it is not just the government that uses covert surveillance during litigation.

The state is allowed to bug communication between lawyers and their clients, the House of Lords has said. more...

The ruling in full...