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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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00:34:42

Tort Law III: Principles of Vicarious Liability

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2025/12/02

The principles of vicarious liability, which holds an employer responsible for the torts an employee commits due to their working relationship, even if the employer did not personally commit the wrongful act. The source clarifies that for vicarious liability to be established, the tortfeasor must be an employee, acting in the course of their employment, and the action must not be expressly prohibited. The document distinguishes between employees and non-employees, such as independent

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00:33:34

Tort Law II: Defences

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2025/12/01

A comprehensive overview of legal defences in tort law, primarily focusing on how a defendant can reduce or eliminate liability for harm caused. Volenti Non Fit Injuria is explained as a complete defence, applying when a person knowingly and willingly accepts a risk, with case examples demonstrating the required elements of knowledge and voluntary consent, particularly noting exceptions for employees and rescuers. The text also details Contributory Negligence, which functions as a partial defence

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00:43:21

Tort Law I: Negligence

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2025/11/30

A comprehensive look at the tort of negligence, particularly focusing on the establishment of a duty of care and the calculation of damages in personal injury and death claims. Multiple case summaries illustrate when a duty of care exists, such as an employer's non-delegable duty to provide a safe work environment, contrasting with situations where public bodies, like the police, generally do not owe a duty to individual citizens. The materials also explore the concept of remoteness of damage,

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00:26:24

The Legal System of England and Wales V: The...

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2025/11/29

The application of legislation across Wales and England, focusing on the distinct law-making powers of the Senedd Cymru (Welsh Parliament) and the UK Parliament (Westminster). Laws passed by the Senedd Cymru have jurisdiction only within Wales and cover "devolved matters" such as education and health. Conversely, Westminster's laws apply to both England and Wales, addressing "reserved matters" like defense and immigration, with England being solely governed by Westminster

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00:36:34

The Legal System of England and Wales IV: Statutory...

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2025/11/28

A comprehensive overview of statutory interpretation—the methods courts use to determine and apply the meaning of written law when the text is unclear or leads to problematic results. Initially, the Literal Rule mandates adhering strictly to the plain meaning of words, despite potential absurd outcomes, while the Golden Rule offers a remedy by allowing modification of the literal meaning to avoid such absurdity. The Mischief Rule encourages judges to consider the underlying problem the legislation

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00:31:20

The Legal System of England and Wales III: Primary...

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2025/11/27

The structure and components of statutes, which are laws formally enacted by legislative bodies like the UK Parliament or the Senedd Cymru. Acts of Parliament serve as a primary source of law in the UK, existing alongside and taking precedence over common law. The sources meticulously describe the structural elements of an Act, including the short title, citation, long title, preamble, Royal Assent, and the main body’s organization into sections and subsections. Furthermore, the text distinguishes

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00:32:50

The Legal System of England and Wales II: Development...

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2025/11/26

A comprehensive overview of the UK common law system, focusing primarily on the Doctrine of Precedent, also known as stare decisis. It explains that common law relies on judicial decisions and case law, distinguishing it from code-based civil law systems. A key element discussed is the binding nature of precedent, detailing the concepts of vertical binding effect (higher courts bind lower courts) and horizontal binding effect (courts binding themselves). The text clarifies that only the ratio

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00:37:03

The Legal System of England and Wales I: The Courts

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2025/11/25

A comprehensive overview of the UK's legal system, primarily focusing on England and Wales, outlining its foundational components and operational structure. The texts begin by identifying the diverse sources of law, including legislation, common law (case law and equity), assimilated European Union law, international treaties, the Royal Prerogative, and constitutional conventions. They detail the historical development and structure of the judiciary, highlighting the crucial constitutional

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00:26:30

Tax Law VIII: The Scope of Anti-Avoidance Provisions

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2025/11/24

The scope and function of anti-avoidance provisions within tax law, differentiating between generally legal tax avoidance and illegal tax evasion. Central to these provisions is the General Anti-Abuse Rule (GAAR), which is a broad tool empowering tax authorities to counteract schemes that are considered abusive or undermine the spirit of the law, regardless of their technical legality. The document details the Double Reasonableness Test used to determine if an arrangement is abusive, requiring both

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00:29:04

Tax Law VII: Stamp Duty Land Tax in England and Land...

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2025/11/23

A detailed overview of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England and the distinct Land Transaction Tax (LTT) in Wales, which replaced SDLT in that region on April 1, 2018. The sources explain that both are taxes imposed on property transactions, with SDLT replacing the older Stamp Duty, which taxed documents instead of transactions. The explanation covers the applicability of SDLT and LTT to residential and non-residential properties, detailing the various tax rates, thresholds, and calculation examples

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00:46:32

Tax Law VI: Inheritance Tax

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2025/11/22

A comprehensive overview of Inheritance Tax (IHT) in the UK, detailing the process for calculating liabilities both upon death and for lifetime transfers. The texts explain key concepts such as the Nil Rate Band (NRB) and the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB), which allow for a substantial portion of an estate to be tax-free, and outline the general IHT rate of 40%. Furthermore, the documents clarify crucial exemptions and reliefs, including those for transfers to spouses/civil partners and gifts to

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00:29:12

Tax Law V: Value Added Tax

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2025/11/21

An extensive overview of the Value Added Tax (VAT) system, defining it as a consumption tax levied on goods and services, collected by businesses for the government. It thoroughly explains the core concepts of Output VAT (tax charged on sales) and Input VAT (tax paid on purchases), detailing how businesses calculate the net amount payable or reclaimable from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The text also outlines the mandatory VAT registration threshold, differentiates

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00:44:11

Tax Law IV: Corporation Tax

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2025/11/20

A comprehensive guide to Corporation Tax in the UK, detailing its application to company profits, including trading income, investments, and capital gains. It explains the current progressive tax structure introduced post-April 2023, which includes a Small Profit Rate (19%), a Main Rate (25%), and a Marginal Relief mechanism to smooth the transition between the two rates. The text outlines the three-step process for calculating tax liability: determining Total Profits (Trading Profits plus Capital

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00:38:21

Tax Law III: Trading Profits and Loss Reliefs

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2025/11/19

A comprehensive guide to understanding and calculating trading profits and applying trading loss reliefs for businesses in a tax context. The first source details the calculation of trading profits, distinguishing them from income and capital profits, and explaining the formula which involves chargeable receipts, deductible expenditure, and capital allowances such as the Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) and Writing Down Allowance (WDA). The second source outlines various methods for an

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00:40:27

Tax Law II: Capital Gains Tax

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2025/11/18

A comprehensive overview of Capital Gains Tax (CGT), covering its fundamental components, calculations, and various reliefs. The first source defines CGT as a tax on the "gain" made by a "chargeable person" from the "disposal" of a chargeable asset, detailing who is liable, such as individuals, sole traders, and partners. The second source outlines key exemptions and reliefs, including Private Residence Relief (PPRR) for a main home, exemptions for wasting assets and

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00:39:26

Tax Law I: Income Tax

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2025/11/17

A comprehensive overview of UK Income Tax rules and calculation methods, primarily aimed at legal candidates preparing for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). The documents explain the basis of charge for various entities, such as sole traders and partners, detailing how different income types, including non-savings non-dividend (NSND), savings, and dividends, are categorized and taxed. Central to the process is the calculation of taxable income through a multi-step approach involving the

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00:34:07

Solicitors Accounts VI: Double Entry Bookkeeping and...

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2025/11/16

The essential requirements for law firms concerning the management and reconciliation of client accounts. Specifically, law firms must obtain bank statements for all client and business accounts from financial institutions at least every five weeks to ensure they have current financial information. Furthermore, firms are mandated to perform a reconciliation of all client accounts every five weeks, comparing bank statements against internal cash books and client ledgers to verify accuracy. Following

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00:26:27

Solicitors Accounts V: Submission, Reduction and...

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2025/11/15

An extensive overview of Value Added Tax (VAT) regulations for law firms, focusing specifically on billing clients for professional charges and disbursements. The documents establish that solicitors must separately itemise professional fees, disbursements, and VAT on invoices and that any bill reductions require proportional VAT recalculations. Crucially, the sources differentiate between taxable legal services (which require VAT) and qualifying disbursements, which are costs incurred by the

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00:37:53

Solicitors Accounts IV: Accountants’ Reports,...

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2025/11/14

An outline of the stringent requirements for solicitors regarding the management of client money, focusing heavily on transparency and accountability through the SRA Accounts Rules. A central requirement is the mandatory obtaining and delivery of an accountant’s report within six months of the accounting period's end, serving as independent verification that client funds have been safeguarded and managed in compliance with rules, particularly regarding client accounts, withdrawals, and internal

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00:29:15

Solicitors Accounts III: Third-Party Managed Accounts

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2025/11/13

An extensive overview of Third-Party Managed Accounts (TPMAs), which solicitors can use to hold client funds via an independent, authorized provider, acting similarly to an escrow service. The text explains that because the solicitor does not directly hold the money, TPMA funds are exempt from standard SRA Accounts Rules but require solicitors to fulfill specific due diligence and client communication obligations. While TPMAs offer significant benefits like cost savings and enhanced security by

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