http://advocates.org.uk Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:56:39 GMT Umbraco Latest News Articles from the Faculty of Advocates en http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/sep/the-internet-is-not-a-defence-to-assault I recently had the unnerving experience of addressing 200-plus S5 and S6 school pupils on the subjects of sexual consent and toxic masculinity. We have another school that wants to hear the same presentation this week. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/sep/the-internet-is-not-a-defence-to-assault http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/sep/new-kings-counsel-and-honorary-king-s-counsel-appointed SIXTEEN new King’s Counsel have been appointed by His Majesty The King on the recommendation of First Minister John Swinney. The new King’s Counsel appointees include Faculty Members Ross Anderson, Jonathan Broome, Ewen Campbell, Wendy Culross, Gregory Farrell, Nicola Gilchrist, Paul Harvey, Lesley Irvine, Kenneth McGuire, Lynsey Rodger, Barney Ross, Elisabeth Roxburgh, Michael Upton, and Timothy Young. Graeme Brown, Solicitor Advocate and Leanne Cross, Solicitor Advocate, were also among the new King’s Counsel. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/sep/new-kings-counsel-and-honorary-king-s-counsel-appointed http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/sep/high-school-pupils-encouraged-to-understand-consent-and-consequences Schoolchildren at an Edinburgh high school listened intently during a recent presentation aimed at helping them understand consent, recognise the legal risks of harmful sexual behaviours, and understand the serious consequences of sexual offending. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/sep/high-school-pupils-encouraged-to-understand-consent-and-consequences http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/dedication-that-s-what-you-need-as-an-advocate The Faculty of Advocates recently welcomed 29 new members at calling ceremonies held in Edinburgh. The new advocates were admitted as members of the Faculty by the Dean of Faculty, Roddy Dunlop KC, and admitted to the public office of advocate by Lady Tait, Lord Braid, Lord Cubie and Lord Harrower. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/dedication-that-s-what-you-need-as-an-advocate http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/public-invited-to-have-their-say-on-rules-governing-advocates-conduct-in-scotland Members of the public are being invited to share their views on how complaints about the conduct of Advocates in Scotland are handled, as part of a new public consultation launched by the Faculty of Advocates. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/public-invited-to-have-their-say-on-rules-governing-advocates-conduct-in-scotland http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/in-memoriam-baron-mackay-of-clashfern It is with great sadness that Faculty learnt of the passing of Lord MacKay of Clashfern, one of its most distinguished members and a towering figure in the law of Scotland and the United Kingdom. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/in-memoriam-baron-mackay-of-clashfern http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/faculty-of-advocates-admits-29-new-members-to-the-scottish-bar THE Faculty of Advocates welcomed 29 new members at calling ceremonies held on Friday last week. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jul/faculty-of-advocates-admits-29-new-members-to-the-scottish-bar http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jun/pro-bono-event-highlights-range-and-depth-of-commitment Pro Bono Unpacked, the latest Scottish Pro Bono Roundtable event, was recently hosted by CMS LLP at their Glasgow offices. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jun/pro-bono-event-highlights-range-and-depth-of-commitment http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jun/in-memoriam-edwin-sheeran The Faculty of Advocates notes with sadness the untimely passing of Edwin Sheeran, Advocate. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/jun/in-memoriam-edwin-sheeran http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/unpacking-pro-bono-in-scotland The evolving role of pro bono will be unpacked at a free event in Glasgow next month. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/unpacking-pro-bono-in-scotland http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/going-to-the-territory-taking-legal-expertise-to-those-who-need-it On Christmas Eve 1884, Henrietta and Samuel Barnett opened the doors of Toynbee Hall in Whitechapel, London. Theirs was a radical vision, to understand the needs of the poor in that area and develop practical solutions that would improve their lives. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/going-to-the-territory-taking-legal-expertise-to-those-who-need-it http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/could-you-serve-on-the-faculty-of-advocates-complaints-bodies The Faculty of Advocates is seeking a lay member to serve on its Complaints Committee and Disciplinary Tribunal. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/could-you-serve-on-the-faculty-of-advocates-complaints-bodies http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/annual-four-jurisdictions-conference-explores-challenges-facing-modern-legal-systems An independent legal profession and an independent judiciary are central to the rule of law. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/annual-four-jurisdictions-conference-explores-challenges-facing-modern-legal-systems http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/mini-devilling-scheme-inspires-next-generation-of-advocates Law students taking part in the Faculty of Advocates’ mini-devilling scheme this year have again given this annual programme glowing reviews, with participants reporting a stronger interest in pursuing a career at the Bar and praising the breadth of practical experience on offer. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/may/mini-devilling-scheme-inspires-next-generation-of-advocates http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/apr/careers-clinic-for-aspiring-female-advocates-returns The Faculty of Advocates will again host its annual “Women at the Scottish Bar” Careers Clinic, reaffirming its commitment to promoting and encouraging greater diversity within its membership. http://advocates.org.uk/news-and-responses/news/2026/apr/careers-clinic-for-aspiring-female-advocates-returns