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Weekly roundup of Scots Law in the headlines including jury trials and ABS group — Monday December 1

1st December 2025
This week's review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots Law and beyond includes the ongoing row over UK Justice Secretary David Lammy's plans to scrap jury trials in many cases, as well the formation of an ABS campaign group.

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27th November 2025
Law firms are investing heavily in cybersecurity, yet many leaders still carry that nagging fear their defences will fail. Lindsay Hill, solicitor and CEO at Mitigo Cybersecurity, explains why that fear is justified ¬– and how to make sure you’re investing in the right areas to protect your firm.

'Change can appear to be the enemy of stability' — When a historic law firm becomes an LLP

27th November 2025
For any firm that has been around for 175 years, change can appear to be the enemy of stability. But the truth is actually the opposite: the ability to adapt is what allows institutions not only to endure but to thrive.
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