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SQE Study

Preparing for the 2026 Solicitors Qualifying Examination? This is your official test review podcast for the SQE brought to you by Young Central. Thirteen subject matters are broken down to ensure you can tackle every topic.

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00:20:51

Solicitors Accounts II: Operation of Joint Account;...

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2025/11/12

A detailed examination of how solicitors manage client funds through two distinct mechanisms: Joint Accounts and the Operation of a Client's Own Account. Joint Accounts are typically used in estate administration, involving shared control and responsibility between the solicitor and the client or third party, and though not classified as a traditional "client account," the funds remain client money under SRA Rules. Conversely, the Operation of a Client's Own Account occurs when a

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00:38:41

Solicitors Accounts I: Handling Client Money

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2025/11/11

A comprehensive overview of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules, focusing on the rigorous standards for managing client funds in the legal profession. Key requirements include the strict separation of client money from business money in designated client accounts, mandated by Rule 4.1, to protect client interests and maintain public trust. The documents define crucial terms like client money (Rule 2.1) and disbursements, clarifying when anticipated costs transition from client

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00:34:11

Property Practice III: Planning Law in England and Wales

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2025/11/10

An extensive overview of planning law in England and Wales, focusing on the rules governing land development and use, which are primarily based on the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. It explains that "development" generally requires planning permission, defining it as either operational development (physical changes) or a material change of use, while detailing specific exemptions for minor works and changes within the same use class. The text also clearly differentiates planning

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00:44:52

Property Practice II: Leasehold

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2025/11/09

A comprehensive overview of leasehold law, focusing on the granting, management, assignment, and termination of commercial leases. The documents explain the fundamental structure of a lease, detailing crucial clauses such as repair obligations, rent review mechanisms, and restrictions on alienation (transferring the leasehold interest). Significant attention is given to the procedural steps involved in both granting a new lease and assigning an existing one, including the requirement for landlord

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00:46:44

Property Practice I: Freehold Real Estate Law and...

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2025/11/08

A detailed overview of the English and Welsh property conveyancing process, the legal procedure for transferring property ownership. The texts distinguish between freehold and leasehold ownership and structure the conveyancing timeline into five key stages: pre-contract, exchange, pre-completion, completion, and post-completion. Significant focus is placed on the pre-exchange stage, detailing the importance of due diligence, title investigation, the memorandum of sale, and the necessary contents of

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00:37:35

Legal Services IV: Funding Options for Legal Services

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2025/11/07

An extensive overview of various funding options for legal services, primarily focusing on the obligations of solicitors in the United Kingdom regarding transparency and costs. Key funding methods discussed include the Private Retainer, which involves upfront or periodic client payments, and Legal Aid, which is criminal and civil financial support for those unable to afford representation, dependent on strict means and merits tests. The text also explains Conditional Fee Arrangements (CFAs), known

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00:47:19

Legal Services III: Overriding Legal Obligations

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2025/11/06

An overview of overriding legal obligations for solicitors in the UK, focusing heavily on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and the Equality Act 2010, alongside the framework for Financial Services regulation. The first source details the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act and defines various forms of discrimination, including direct and indirect discrimination. The second source explains the three stages of money laundering, sets out the requirements of the Proceeds of

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00:32:22

Legal Services II: Principles and Risk-Based Regulation

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2025/11/05

A comprehensive overview of the UK legal regulatory landscape, focusing primarily on the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and its mechanisms for ensuring public protection. The sources explain the seven core SRA Principles, which establish the ethical obligations for solicitors and regulated firms, emphasizing that the public interest and the rule of law take priority over an individual client's interests, particularly in cases of conflict. Furthermore, the documents detail the

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00:21:41

Legal Services I: The Regulatory Role of the SRA

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2025/11/04

A comprehensive overview of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), an independent body established in 2007 to regulate solicitors in England and Wales. The SRA’s core mission is to uphold high professional and ethical standards in the legal profession, serving to protect the public and ensure the rule of law is supported. Its regulatory objectives, outlined in the Legal Services Act 2007, range from protecting consumer interests to promoting competition and access to justice. Functionally, the

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00:53:56

Land Law II: Nature of Land, Land Ownership and...

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2025/11/03

A comprehensive overview of English land law, focusing on the nature of proprietary rights, ownership structures, and security interests. The documents explain the fundamental distinction between freehold (indefinite) and leasehold (temporary) tenure, defining the only two legal estates recognized in law. They detail mechanisms for protecting property interests, such as registered land titles, overriding interests, and the concept of overreaching in trusts. Furthermore, the texts explore specific

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00:50:36

Land Law I: Leases

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2025/11/02

A comprehensive legal overview of leases, defining them as agreements granting exclusive possession of property for a specified period, distinct from mere licenses. It details the essential characteristics required for a valid lease, including lawful duration, exclusive possession, and compliance with formalities, referencing the landmark case Street v Mountford. Furthermore, the text thoroughly explains the relationships between parties—landlord, tenant, and subtenant—and discusses the role

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00:48:41

Dispute Resolution Law III: Costs

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2025/10/24

A comprehensive overview of the rules governing litigation costs in civil proceedings under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). They explain the distinction between Fixed Recoverable Costs (FRC), which apply to Fast Track and the new Intermediate Track cases, and Assessed Costs (Summary and Detailed Assessment), which remain standard for complex Multi-Track cases involving higher values. The texts detail key procedural mechanisms designed to manage costs, such as costs budgeting using Precedent H and R

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00:48:18

Dispute Resolution Law II (b): Unpacking the Civil...

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2025/10/23

A comprehensive overview of the key procedural stages and rules governing civil litigation in England and Wales, focusing on issues such as jurisdiction and track allocation based on claim value and complexity. Significant attention is given to the limitation periods for various claims, exceptions for minors and latent damage, and the crucial role of Pre-Action Protocols in promoting early settlement and fair conduct. The material details the formal process of issuing and responding to claims,

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00:49:18

Dispute Resolution Law II (a): Procedural Landmines...

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2025/10/22

A comprehensive overview of the key procedural stages and rules governing civil litigation in England and Wales, focusing on issues such as jurisdiction and track allocation based on claim value and complexity. Significant attention is given to the limitation periods for various claims, exceptions for minors and latent damage, and the crucial role of Pre-Action Protocols in promoting early settlement and fair conduct. The material details the formal process of issuing and responding to claims,

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00:39:29

Dispute Resolution Law I: Different Options for...

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2025/10/21

An extensive overview of various mechanisms for dispute resolution, distinguishing between litigation (the formal court process) and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), which includes negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. It outlines the characteristics of civil and criminal disputes, explaining that civil conflicts between private parties involve areas like tort and contract law, and clarifies the difference between compensation (monetary payment) and remedy (the broader term for all legal

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00:44:01

Criminal Practice II: The procedures and processes...

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2025/10/20

A comprehensive overview of the criminal justice process in England and Wales, focusing on key stages from arrest through appeal. The texts detail the procedures and legal principles governing bail for suspects, highlighting the presumption in favor of release and the conditions under which bail can be denied. Furthermore, the documents explain the pre-trial stages, including the allocation of cases between the Magistrates' Court and the Crown Court based on offense severity, and the importance

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00:28:46

Criminal Practice I: Advising clients, including...

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2025/10/19

A comprehensive overview of the rights of suspects under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) and its Codes of Practice, focusing heavily on procedural safeguards during detention and investigation. These safeguards include the right to free legal advice and the right to have someone informed of the detention, both of which can be delayed only under stringent conditions and for a maximum of 36 hours. The texts also detail strict detention time limits and mandatory periodic reviews to

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00:49:19

Criminal Law III: Specific Criminal Offenses

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2025/10/18

An extensive overview of several major categories of English criminal law, outlining the actus reus (guilty act) and mens rea (guilty mind) required for various offenses. They detail crimes against the person, such as murder, voluntary manslaughter, and common assault, clarifying the roles of partial defenses like loss of control and diminished responsibility. Furthermore, the documents examine serious property offenses, defining theft, robbery, and burglary under the Theft Act 1968, and thoroughly

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00:32:24

Criminal Law II: Parties

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2025/10/17

Fundamental principles of criminal liability in England and Wales, focusing on both parties to a crime and inchoate offenses like attempt. The first source details the roles of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), the defendant, and the victim, distinguishing between a principal offender (who commits the actus reus and possesses the mens rea) and accomplices or secondary parties who aid, abet, counsel, or procure a crime. It further explains concepts like joint enterprise and the requirements for

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00:44:12

Criminal Law I: Definition of The Offence

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2025/10/16

A comprehensive SQE overview of the fundamental elements of criminal liability in English law, focusing on the concepts of actus reus (the guilty act) and mens rea (the guilty mind). The first source details actus reus, explaining how it can be proven through conduct, results, or the mere existence of a situation, alongside exceptions where an omission (failure to act) can create liability under certain duties. The second source examines mens rea, differentiating between intention, recklessness,

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