Inflation Hits 3%: 3 Reasons Aspiring Lawyers Should Be Watching the Bank of England Right Now

Inflation Hits 3%: 3 Reasons Aspiring Lawyers Should Be Watching the Bank of England Right Now

Inflation Hits 3%: 3 Reasons Aspiring Lawyers Should Be Watching the Bank of England Right NowHayley Dove
Published on: 25/02/2026

UK inflation hit 3%- here’s why aspiring solicitors and barristers should care. Learn how interest rates drive M&A, litigation, and legal hiring in our latest commercial awareness deep dive.

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The Milk Wars: Why Oatly Just Lost Big in the Supreme Court

The Milk Wars: Why Oatly Just Lost Big in the Supreme Court

The Milk Wars: Why Oatly Just Lost Big in the Supreme CourtHayley Dove
Published on: 16/02/2026

Oatly just lost big in the Supreme Court! 🥛 The 'Milk Wars' ruling is a must-read for law students—covering trademarks, post-Brexit law, and why clever marketing can’t outsmart the law. Get the full commercial awareness breakdown here!

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The Billion-Pound Energy Scandal: What Law Students Need to Know About Expert Tooling v Engie Power

The Billion-Pound Energy Scandal: What Law Students Need to Know About Expert Tooling v Engie Power

The Billion-Pound Energy Scandal: What Law Students Need to Know About Expert Tooling v Engie PowerHayley Dove
Published on: 03/02/2026

The Supreme Court just ruled on the Energy Commission Scandal! ⚡ Our latest blog breaks down Expert Tooling v Engie Power and why this 'secret commission' shift is the perfect commercial awareness case for your 2026 interviews.

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The 3-Minute Framework: How to Connect a News Story to a Client Problem

The 3-Minute Framework: How to Connect a News Story to a Client Problem

The 3-Minute Framework: How to Connect a News Story to a Client ProblemHayley Dove
Published on: 31/01/2026

Stop just reading the news and start analyzing it like a lawyer! Our 3-minute framework helps you link any headline to client problems and legal risks. It’s the ultimate secret weapon for acing your next interview.

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HMRC v Hotel La Tour: Why Your 'Good Intentions' Won't Save Your VAT Claim

HMRC v Hotel La Tour: Why Your 'Good Intentions' Won't Save Your VAT Claim

HMRC v Hotel La Tour: Why Your 'Good Intentions' Won't Save Your VAT ClaimHayley Dove
Published on: 28/01/2026

Why did the Supreme Court reject Hotel La Tour's VAT claim? Learn how the 'direct link' test trumps business intent and what it means for future lawyers. Law school logic at its best! ⚖️

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Does Commercial Awareness Really Matter in 2026? Here's the Truth

Does Commercial Awareness Really Matter in 2026? Here's the Truth

Does Commercial Awareness Really Matter in 2026? Here's the TruthHayley Dove
Published on: 27/01/2026

"Commercial awareness" is more than news. It's about understanding business. Discover why firms crave strategic thinkers in 2026 and how Speed Mooting’s practical insights help you stand out. Read the truth behind the buzzword!

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