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Consultation - Changes to Costs Lawyer Practising Rules 2026

The published consultation paper explains the rationale for a series of proposed changes to the Practising Rules following a review. It raises questions that you might like to consider as part of your consultation response, although we welcome comments on any aspect of the proposals.

Consultation responses may also be sent to enquiries@clsb.info but all responses must be received by 5pm on 7 August 2026.
Part 1 – Consultation questions
1.Do you agree that we have focused on the right objectives in updating the Practising Rules?
2.Are there any other key objectives or bodies of evidence that we should take into account? If so, how?
3.Do you agree with the proposed amendments to the Practising Rules?
4.Do you find the proposed presentation of the Practising Rules accessible?
5.Do you foresee any reason why the proposed changes could have a harmful impact on persons with a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?
6.Is there anything else you would like to comment on about this consultation?
Part 2 - About you
7.What sort of organisation do you currently work in?
8.Which region do you currently work in?
9.How many years have you been working in costs law?
10.What best describes your current role?