In this episode of "The Legal Loop," we explore the latest stories shaping the legal world. Bird & Bird introduces an innovative sustainability initiative with coffee face scrubs made from food waste—an eco-friendly and pampering solution for their employees.

We also delve into the multi-billion dollar Russian aviation trial, which has taken a dramatic pause, leaving stakeholders on edge. Meanwhile, Addleshaw and Fieldfisher lead the high-profile sale of Observer, showcasing strategic moves in the legal sector.

In other headlines, a London lawyer faces scrutiny for using a client account to fund £14 million in lavish purchases, and the Court of Appeal reviews a GP contract dispute with potentially far-reaching implications for healthcare law.

Finally, we address a pressing issue: limited progress for Black barristers in securing tenancies compared to their white peers, spotlighting ongoing challenges in diversity and equality within the profession.

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