News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Complexity of draft code of practice may impact on support for the vulnerable
The Faculty of Advocates has cautioned that amendments to a draft code of practice for continuing and welfare attorneys should be rendered more user friendly lest they discourage people from supporting vulnerable adults.
Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Scottish Government Consultation on the Not Proven Verdict and Related Reforms
Response by the Faculty of Advocates on Part 5 of the Coronavirus (Recovery and Reform) Scotland Bill
Faculty says ‘No’ again to any increases in civil court fees
The Faculty of Advocates has again objected to any rise in civil court fees, saying they are already “excessively high and should not be increased.”
Response by the Faculty of Advocates to Scottish Court Fees 2022-2025 consultation
Response from the Faculty of Advocates to Ministry of Justice consultation to Reform the Human Rights Act 1998
Applications for Faculty scholarships now open for 2023 devils
The Faculty of Advocates’ scholarship programmes aim to remove barriers to membership of the Scottish Bar for those with the skills and motivation to practice as advocates. Applications are now invited from those considering commencing devilling in 2023.
Celebrating women who ‘break the bias’
International Women’s Day, which takes place tomorrow, gives us all the opportunity to recognise the contribution women make in the workplace and throughout society.
Portrait of Lady Dorrian joins other ‘trailblazers’ at Parliament Hall
A portrait of the Right Hon Lady Dorrian, commissioned to mark her elevation as the first woman to hold the office of Lord Justice Clerk, has been unveiled in Parliament Hall.