Faculty reports on AML activities
The Faculty of Advocates has presented its first annual report on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Supervisory activities.
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Pro Bono Week recognises voluntary contributions made by legal profession
Pro Bono Week 2021 is starting today, 1 November, in the UK, and offers an opportunity to recognise and support the voluntary contributions made by the legal profession in giving free legal help to those in need.
More clarity required regarding redress for historic abuse survivors
The Faculty of Advocates has issued a response to the Assessment Framework to be used to support decision-making by Redress Scotland on applications for individually assessed payments in terms of the Redress for Survivors (Historical Abuse in Care) Scotland Act 2021.
‘Tis the season…for giving
The nights are drawing in and there’s a definite nip in the air. Winter is on its way, which means so is the season for giving.
Devils settle into training
The second-largest group of devils – 28 in total – arrived at the Mackenzie Building to begin their nine-month training programme last week.
Why ‘virtual’ justice should not be the way forward for Scottish legal system
THE Scottish Civil Justice Council has launched a consultation, with the period for responses around just half that usually given, into how civil justice should be administered in Scotland in the future.
Advocate returns from naval duties in Japan
Advocate Tim Haddow has returned to practice after completing a short mobilisation in his capacity as an officer in the Royal Naval Reserve.
Legal profession facing wellbeing challenges
The legal profession is at a high risk of burnout, associated with high workloads, long working hours, and psychologically unsafe working environments, says legal mental health charity LawCare.
Dean speaks at opening of the legal year
Roddy Dunlop QC, Dean of Faculty, spoke at the opening of the legal year today at a physically distanced ceremony held at Parliament House and introduced by the Lord President, Lord Carloway.
Time running out to book for free event on how to become an advocate
With just a week to go before the “How to Become an Advocate: demystifying the process” virtual event takes place, those interested in attending are being urged to register soon.