The SRA Handbook is no longer in effect. It was replaced by the SRA Standards and Regulations on 25 November 2019.
SRA Handbook
Interpretation
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Part 1: Interpretation
Regulation 1: Interpretation and definitions
- 1.1
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      The SRA Handbook Glossary 2012 shall apply and, unless the context otherwise requires: - (a)
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          all italicised terms shall be defined; and 
- (b)
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          all terms shall be interpreted; 
 in accordance with the Glossary. 
Regulation 2: Compliance with these regulations
- 2.1
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      You must have: - (a)
- (b)
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          satisfactorily completed the vocational stage; and 
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          otherwise complied with these regulations; 
 to be admitted as a solicitor.