Resources for journalists
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Frequently asked questions
See Documents for answers to some of the most common questions we’re asked about legal aid and the LSC including:
- how many people receive legal aid each year?
- who qualifies for legal aid?
- where can the public find out about the LSC and its services?
Background information
See Documents for short briefings that aim to promote a better understanding of key legal aid issues in the news:
- the statutory charge
- asylum and immigration.
60th anniversary of legal aid
2009 marks 60 years of legal aid. Visit our anniversary website for:
- casestudies
- a history of legal aid
- an interactive timeline
- facts and figures
- information on how legal aid has played a pivotal role over the last 6 decades.
Last updated: 24 June 2009