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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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New Law Society President ready for challenges ahead

Law Society news 29th May 2020

Leading the profession as we come out of the Coronavirus lockdown, promoting the principles of equality and diversity, the value of a viable, strong legal profession to civil society and pressing for a robust, modern regulatory system will be key issues in the year ahead, according to the new President of the Law Society of Scotland.

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Legal news 1st June 2020

Video series shows personal backgrounds as one-to-one contact offered

Gender equality progress must continue for the benefit of all

Blogs & opinions 28th May 2020

As the Law Society publishes the findings of its gender equality roundtables, Past President Alison Atack reflects on the progress made across the profession to promote gender equality, the work still to do and tangible ways people can 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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