Should the Law Society encourage greater participation in the Community Legal Service Partnerships?
66. Yes, Solicitors should be encouraged to undertake pro bono work within the context of CLSPs. Many solicitors provide services in Citizens Advice Bureaux as advisors, honorary advisors and members of Trustee Boards and contribute in other ways to the development of CLSPs and the planning process. Clearly the Law Society has a role in encouraging this. However, where solicitors agree to engage in CLSPs it important that take their these responsibilities seriously, especially the development of relationships with local authorities and stakeholders. 67. CLSPs have their limitations; they are not new and separate organisations. They are mechanisms for joint working between existing agencies. Typically CLSPs consist of representatives of the LSC, local authorities, and other funders in consultation with suppliers and consumers. They identify needs, plan provision, and make recommendations for funding. The idea is to encourage advice agencies, Law Centres and private solicitors to work to
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