In memoriam, The Lord Campbell of Pittenweem, CH CBE PC KC
Faculty extends its condolences following the passing of former member Baron Campbell of Pittenweem.
News and Responses
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Faculty of Advocates’ Response to Scottish Parliament’s Consultation – 2025 Fatal Accident Inquiry Review
Lord President outlines priorities at Opening of the Legal Year
The need for continuing reform, modernisation and investment across Scotland’s justice system, and safeguarding the rule of law are key priorities, the Lord President said today.
New members welcomed at calling ceremony
Two new members were admitted to the Faculty of Advocates during a calling ceremony today.
Faculty of Advocates’ Response to Scottish Parliament’s Criminal Justice Committee Call for views on the Prevention of Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Bill
In memoriam, Neil Beynon
It is with great sadness that the Faculty of Advocates learned of the passing of Neil Beynon, Advocate.
New silks appointed
Nine practising members of the Faculty of Advocate have been appointed as King’s Counsel, and a non-practising member has been made an honorary silk.
Faculty of Advocates’ Response to Scottish Parliament’s Rural Affairs and Islands Committee’s Call for views on Crofting and Scottish Land Court Bill
Faculty renews its support for Scottish Legal Walks 2025
The Faculty of Advocates will again support the Scottish Legal Walks as a national sponsor alongside the Law Society of Scotland.
Why the Tumbling Lassie slavery case still resonates today
There’s a brand-new Scottish musical coming to Glasgow this August, based on a remarkable story drawn straight from our legal past.