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Free online resources to promote a safer use of AI in legal settings
A new suite of free resources spearheaded by The Open University is launched today (Wednesday 6th August 2025) to both embrace AI and recognise its challenges for the legal and access to justice sector. The rapid advance and integration of Generative AI (Gen AI) has brought huge changes and a myriad of ethical challenges for […]
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“The OU gave me the second chance I’d been looking for,” says gym owner turned solicitor
As Helen from Stoke-on-Trent approached her 40s, she felt it was time for a change. Even though she already had an arts degree and was running a successful gym with her sister, she’d always wished she’d pursued a career in law. The Open University (OU) allowed her to fit studies around other commitments and having […]
OU cheers its youngest ever law graduate at UK ceremony
The Open University (OU) is proud to congratulate Indian alumnus Krishangi Meshram on becoming the university’s youngest ever Law graduate. Krishangi was just 15 when she started studying with the OU and just three years later the talented teenager completed her studies to gain a First Class Honours Degree in Law at the tender age […]
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‘There was no other university that offered me everything I needed’, says youngest OU law graduate
Krishangi completed her Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree with The Open University at just 18, making her the youngest OU student to gain a first-class law degree. Now at 20 years old, Krishangi shares how studying flexibly with the OU helped her land a job at an international law firm, where she’s realising her dream […]
Open University research drives new Pet Abduction law
A landmark piece of legislation has come into force, recognising pet theft as a specific crime for the first time. The Pet Abduction Act 2024 aims to address the emotional distress experienced by stolen pets and their owners. The new law was informed by research conducted by Dr Helen Selby-Fell, Senior Lecturer in Policing Organisation […]
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‘OU study unlocked career opportunities I never imagined were possible’
When Law student Thomas, 38, left the British Army, he had no idea what his future would look like. Now in the final year of his Open University (OU) degree, Thomas has secured a prestigious training contract with world leading law firm, Freshfields LLP, providing a dream start to his career in law. Thomas shares […]
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‘I can now pursue a career, not just a job’ says OU Law graduate, Gary
As a young carer with considerable responsibilities at home, Gary’s secondary education was cut short. Entering the job market at the age of 14, Gary never imagined a career in Law was within reach, until he discovered The Open University. Unlocked potential Gary always assumed that leaving school before he had the chance to gain […]
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We asked ChatGPT for legal advice – here are five reasons why you shouldn’t
Two Open University law academics point to the pitfalls of reaching for AI when it comes to DIY legal advice. Here to help you are Francine Ryan, Senior Lecturer in Law and Director of the OU’s Open Justice Centre, and colleague Liz Hardie, Senior Lecturer in the OU’s Law School. At some point in your […]
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The Open University, Manchester Metropolitan University, and Greater Manchester Police unite to launch perinatal mental health toolkit
A toolkit has been designed to enhance support for maternal mental health in the workplace as a result of a research study conducted by The Open University (OU), Manchester Metropolitan University and Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Association of Women in Policing. The study, a collaboration between Dr. Sarah-Jane Lennie and Dr. Keely Duddin from The […]
Largest-ever UK report into online violence against women launched at Westminster event, urging for action
The Open University launches major new report unveiling trends around Online Violence Against Women and Girls in the UK at Houses of Parliament event on Tuesday 19th March Online violence against women and girls is most rife on X/Twitter, followed by Facebook and Instagram Public sentiment supports the criminalisation of online violence against women (OVAW) […]
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