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Law Society statement on Covid-19

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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Guidance to enable RoS interim measures

We have issued guidance which puts Government restrictions at the forefront and enables interim measures which allow a limited number of emergency transactions to settle.

Guidance to enable RoS interim measures

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AML Certificate

The AML Certificate is a questionnaire about your products and services, your clients and the way in which you deliver your services. It is compulsory for those firms which fall within the scope of the AML Regulations to complete and submit a certificate by Friday 12 June.

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Coronavirus update

We are 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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Information in this section is separated into five categories: rules; guidance; forms and fees; advice and information; and alerts.

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The Journal online

The Journal online features the latest news and views from the Scottish legal profession.

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Public policy highlights

Law Society news 1st April 2020

Our policy committees have had a busy month analysing and responding to proposed changes in the law to positively influence the creation of a fairer and more just society.

Morrisons not liable for rogue employee data breach

Legal news 2nd April 2020

Workers lose out as Supreme Court allows appeal

Should you consider college before university?

Blogs & opinions 30th March 2020

In the latest of our series of blogs, Fife College lecturer, Sarah-Jane McCormick, discusses why many students choose to study the HNC/D Legal Services prior to the LLB and the benefits of doing so

(Event postponed) Master Policy roadshow - Dundee

Event 2nd April 2020 13:00 - 14:00

The annual Master Policy roadshow will take place over spring from March to May this year. The talks on the professional indemnity insurance arrangements for solicitors in private practice will be held in six locations across the country.


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