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Spotlight on: Lexis+ UK

Lexis Library now has a more streamlined version called Lexis+ UK. It includes all the same legal content: case law, legislation, commentary and practical guidance, but has a new search interface.

Here are our library tips for making the most of the new version...

Homepage

The homepage should default to the Legal Research option on the left. There is a main search box and then underneath a tab called ‘Explore’. Clicking on Explore will bring up more search options.

Searching for a case

You can search for cases from the main box on the homepage, by entering the citation.

Searching for legislation

The best option is to go to Content → Legislation and search for the title of the act. This should bring up one main entry that will allow you to browse the sections, or you can use the table of contents. 

Searching for a source

To check if a particular series or source is on Lexis+ UK, go to My Sources → Search Sources and type it in.

Printing/emailing/saving

There are the usual options to print/email/save. There is also an option to save to a folder in Lexis+ UK.  You can access your folder at the top of the page.

Alerts

You can set up current awareness alerts for particular areas of law. 

There is also the option to save a search as an alert, so the search is run daily/weekly/monthly and new results are sent to you automatically.  Just click on the bell icon once you have run your search for the first time and follow the instructions.

International Materials

Click on the ‘International’ tab to see a menu with country options. 

Additional Support

Lexis has made some introductory videos available here: Lexis+ UK Video Hub.

If you have any questions about the new platform or would like some training, please email library@roehampton.ac.uk.