SRA Handbook

Interpretation

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Part 1: Interpretation

Regulation 1: Interpretation and definitions

1.1

The SRA Handbook Glossary 2012 shall apply and, unless the context otherwise requires:

(a)

all italicised terms shall be defined; and

(b)

all terms within these regulations shall be interpreted;

in accordance with the Glossary.

Regulation 2: Application of these regulations

2.1

These regulations apply to your obligations regarding CPD.

2.2

All solicitors and RELs are required to undertake CPD. Non-compliance could lead to disciplinary procedures and/or delays in the issue of your practising certificate.

2.3

These regulations do not apply to RFLs.