News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates

Wellbeing at the Bar
The past few years have been characterised by constant, ongoing change for everyone due to the pandemic. Life at the Faculty of Advocates has been no exception.
Faculty response to Preparation of the Eleventh Programme of Law Reform
Faculty reponse to the Scottish Government Consultation on Improving Victims' Experiences of the Justice System

Local charities get helping hand from FACBA
The Faculty of Advocates Criminal Bar Association (FACBA) has donated to several charities that support people struggling with homelessness; vulnerable youth and those battling cancer.

Engaging with schools and universities to inspire the next generation
The Faculty of Advocates recently admitted 28 new members, the second-largest ever annual intake.

Members in Edinburgh Fringe show about ‘gruesome twosome’ Burke & Hare
Advocates Frank Burr and Roddy MacLeod are appearing in Flesh, a musical penned by Derek Batchelor QC, during the upcoming Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Faculty response to the introduction of the Bill of Rights Bill
Faculty notes the introduction of the Bill of Rights Bill.

The 1922 devils
On a dark winter’s evening, with snow swirling above the frosty lawn next to the Laigh Hall, the devils of 2022 – who were all admitted as members of the Faculty of Advocates last week – wondered aloud what experiences their predecessors had while completing their training.

Faculty welcomes 28 new members
Altogether 28 new members have been admitted to the Faculty of Advocates during calling ceremonies held this week.