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.
News and Responses
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Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Consultation from the Independent advisory group on emerging technologies in policing: call for evidence
Response from the Faculty of Advocates to Coronavirus (COVID-19) recovery - justice system, health and public services reform
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.
Response of behalf of the Faculty of Advocates to the consultation paper on Rules covering the Mode of Attendance at Court Hearings issued by the Scottish Civil Justice Council
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.