News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Faculty’s role at “Innovation Forum” on human rights
Members of Faculty are to line up with speakers from home and abroad at a special event to mark International Human Rights Day and the second anniversary of SNAP, Scotland’s National Action Plan for Human Rights.
New disclosure system welcomed, but potential for challenge remains
A new system for disclosing criminal records has been given a seal of approval by the Faculty, but not quite a guarantee.
Comments on Police Act 1997 and Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 Remedial Order 2015
Helping separated siblings to stay in touch
The Faculty is hosting the launch of a publication aimed at helping youngsters to maintain contact with siblings after a split in the family.
Earlier starting time for choir’s carol concert
This year’s charity carol concert featuring the Faculty Choir will have an earlier than usual starting time of 6pm.
Tenancy reform welcomed, but some concerns highlighted
Reform of legislation relating to the private rented housing sector has been applauded by the Faculty, although it has queried some aspects of the proposed changes.
Views on the Private Housing (Tenancies) (Scotland) Bill
Applications sought for three Senator positions
Applications are being invited for three appointments as Senator of the College of Justice.
Audience acclaim JUSTICE Scotland war event
It had been a "truly fascinating" discussion on the tensions between the law and war, said Dorothy Bain, QC, Chair of JUSTICE Scotland as she drew the evening to a close, and few in the capacity audience who had heard General Sir Mike Jackson and Lord Campbell of Pittenweem, QC, would argue.