News and Responses

Schoolchildren gather in Edinburgh for annual mock trial

Children from eight local secondary schools gathered at the Edinburgh Sheriff Court recently to take part in mock assault and drugs trials presided over by members of the Faculty of Advocates.

Faculty welcomes new devils

This year’s devils began their advocacy training at the Faculty of Advocates earlier this month.

Joint Statement: Vilifying lawyers puts them at risk

The Bar Council of England and Wales, the Law Society of England and Wales, the Law Society of Scotland, the Faculty of Advocates, the Bar of Northern Ireland and the Law Society of Northern Ireland representing 250,000 lawyers have come together to express grave concern about the climate of increasing hostility towards lawyers and judges.

Time will tell effect of momentous changes in 'flagship' justice bill

The Victims, Witnesses and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill recently passed through the parliamentary stages and awaits a statutory instrument for legal effect to be given to the Bill’s provisions.

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.

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.