Case for specific hate crime law not made out, says Faculty
The Faculty is not convinced that specific hate crime legislation is required in Scotland.
2017
Nov
Adopt a book, and help preserve Scott’s collection
A new adopt-a-book scheme has been launched by Abbotsford, home of Sir Walter Scott, to help preserve some of the significant works in his world-renowned library.
A dramatic success for JUSTICE Scotland
Expectations had been high, but they were met - and then some - as JUSTICE Scotland brought together a panel of leading lights to explore the portrayal of crime, law and forensic science in fiction and drama.
SLCC annual report published
The Scottish Legal Complaints Commission has published its annual report for 2016-17, showing that of 1,155 new complaints received during the year, ten related to advocates.
Sheriff Principal Douglas Risk, QC
The death has been announced of Douglas Risk, QC, former Sheriff Principal of Grampian, Highland and Islands. He was 76.
Special new McCall Smith work to have premiere at Tumbling Lassie event
International best-selling author, Alexander McCall Smith, is teaming up with a nameless 17th Century girl to help the fight against modern slavery and people trafficking.
Anti-money laundering regime “burdensome and costly” for Faculty
The Faculty has voiced deep dismay at being exposed to a new “burdensome and financially onerous” anti-money laundering regime.
Pegasus Trust visitors thrilled to take in Faculty
Young lawyers from New Zealand and the United States took in a tour of the Faculty during the Scottish leg of a UK visit, and were not disappointed.
Faculty appoints Chief Executive
The Faculty has appointed Iain Reid as Chief Executive with responsibility for both the Faculty and Faculty Services Limited, the company which provides administrative and other support services for advocates.
Fears voiced over Brexit effect on family law
Family law specialists in Scotland have thrown their weight behind a call to change the Brexit blueprint, which they fear would cause “unfairness and confusion” for families.