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Our members' welfare is always a key priority for us and in light of current circumstances, we are keen to offer our support in terms of signposting to the relevant experts and guidance on our shared regulatory obligations.

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£2.2 million package of financial support

A reduction in the practising certificate fee, accounts fee and client protection fund contribution are all part of our package to support individuals and firms through the COVID-19 outbreak.

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We are working with partners in the Scottish legal sector and closely monitoring official advice and updates from Scottish Government and NHS to ensure that we are acting in accordance with the latest guidance to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees, members and stakeholders.
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Unified tribunal essential in creating a person-centred approach to mental health law

Law Society news 4th June 2020

The creation of a new, unified tribunal empowered to look at a full range of remedies under mental health law would enable individuals’ cases to be dealt with in a prompt, holistic and person-centred way.

Second Innovation Cup winner goes live

Legal news 5th June 2020

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Surviving lockdown as a working parent

Blogs & opinions 3rd June 2020

Having recently returned to work from maternity leave, Heather McKendrick, our Head of Careers & Outreach, offers her personal experience of juggling work and childcare during lockdown, and why speaking to other parents and carers is such a help.

Criminal Law Update Live Webinar (free)

Event 8th June 2020 15:00 - 16:00

Join us for a quickfire update on legislation past and present, current consultations and caselaw.


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