Emerging technologies in use in the criminal justice system raise new concerns, says Faculty
The use of new technologies in policing could infringe on the rights of individuals in the criminal justice system, says the Faculty of Advocates.
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Scottish Bar welcomes new member
Emily Bradbury was admitted to the Faculty of Advocates today in a ceremony held in the Reading Room at Parliament House.
SCJC proposals on remote hearings strike the ‘wrong balance’
The Faculty of Advocates believes that should proposals on remote hearings put forward by the Scottish Civil Justice Council (SCJC) be implemented they would have a negative impact on access to justice, the quality of justice and inequality.
Faculty reports on AML activities
The Faculty of Advocates has presented its first annual report on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Supervisory activities.
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.