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Weekly roundup of Scots Law in the headlines including the Supreme Court ruling on cross-examination in sexual assault cases — Monday November 17
This week's review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots Law and beyond including including the Supreme Court ruling on cross-examination in sexual assault cases.
Laptops in prisons – how access to computers is helping to reduce violence and boost job prospects
Peter Ranscombe finds out about a project in England and Wales that’s helping prisoners to learn new skills and asks if a similar scheme could be used in Scotland.
Training in family dispute resolution — a collaboration to celebrate
When couples separate, they invariably need support to deal with the emotional, legal and financial consequences. This year marks the 15th anniversary of a collaboration to ensure that support is as integrated and helpful as possible.
Does Scots law help or hinder divorce?
University of Glasgow lecturers Rosemary Elliot and Nughmana Mirza explore divorce and separation in Scotland today, with a focus on the challenges faced by Muslim women.
‘The happening of bad things at work is not enough — UK agency workers’ voices need to be heard by their host employers too’
Nigel Pitchford of Leeds Trinity University presents a paper on workplace vulnerability.
From AI adoption to enhanced member support — all 16 Law Society of Scotland projects for 2026
Implementing new regulatory measures, supporting the adoption of AI technologies within the legal sector, and next year’s Scottish elections will be key areas of focus for the Law Society of Scotland over the next 12 months.
Scotland's rewilding revolution — can nature recovery and rural prosperity coexist?
How can investors balance the financial opportunities to be made from rewilding projects with the economic sustainability of rural communities? By Peter Ranscombe.
Weekly roundup of Scots Law in the headlines including rape sentencing report — Monday November 3
A review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots Law including rape sentencing guidelines, as well as Trump's constitutional chaos, and Steve Coogan's legal hot water over Richard III film.
What is a 'cottar'? MacLachlan v Lamont & MacDonald sheds light on little-discussed property law
The recently published judgment of the Land Court in the case of MacLachlan v Lamont & MacDonald sheds light on a little-discussed but potentially consequential area of the Scots law of property, writes Ross Simpson.
How to transform an employment and earnings report from opinion to trusted tool
Katya Halsall explores how evidence-based employment reports earn their keep in court.
Everything you need to know about the 21st Century Bar Conference 2025
This year’s 21st Century Bar Conference is set to take place on Friday 5 December, at the Mackenzie Building of the Faculty of Advocates.
Martyn’s Law – Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 and new legal duties for Scottish premises
The incoming Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 calls for improved security measures and emergency response procedures. Caroline Loudon highlights what it means for Scottish venues and events.
Behind the Blockchain — How far should the law go to unmask crypto crime?
In the complex world of cryptoassets, how do we balance a right to privacy with measures to target the criminals exploiting the tech, writes Louis Fairweather?
Climate law in Scotland — Has the nation lost its Net Zero nerve?
It is a lively and exciting time for climate law in Scotland. The stakes are high, and much hangs in the balance, writes Dr Thomas L Muinzer, co-founder of the Scottish Climate Emergency Legal Network.
Sir Stephen Fry, why solicitors don't need to dig canals, and bionic lawyers — Legal Geek Conference 2025 Report
The Legal Geek 2025 Conference at London's Old Truman Brewery was dominated by discussion of how lawyers use, regulate and craft AI and other legal tech and included a special appearance from Sir Stephen Fry.
Just look at the Horizon Scandal — Why the Law Society of Scotland backs calls for ending death penalty worldwide
The Law Society of Scotland has added its voice to calls from humanitarian organisations and legal communities across the globe, declaring unequivocal opposition to capital punishment, on World Day against the Death Penalty, Friday 10 October.
'Why what we do matters' — Law Society of Scotland Annual Conference 2025 Report
AI, mental health and wellbeing, and the ethical principles which underpin the entire legal profession dominated the four days of the 2025 Law Society of Conference Annual Conference.
New world order – why Scottish businesses must navigate uncertainty at home and overseas
Artificial intelligence, generation Z and threats to democracy were all on the agenda at CMS Scotland’s annual business conference, writes Peter Ranscombe.
Analysis — Robert Jenrick’s ‘dangerous’ rhetoric undermines rule of law and solicitors across the land
Rewind nine years and the UK was outraged when senior judges were branded ‘ENEMIES OF THE PEOPLE’ by a national newspaper. Look how far we’ve fallen, writes Joshua King.
Scotland's Visitor Levy divides city and countryside as reform calls grow
As the half-term school holidays get underway, Peter Ranscombe examines how Scotland’s councils are approaching the visitor levy.
Legal 500 2026 rankings for Scotland revealed including 700 Hall of Fame names
The new edition of the Legal 500 UK rankings is live for solicitors to explore following months of research earlier this year.
Choosing an AML tech provider — the questions that will keep your clients safe
Compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) expert Harriet Holmes gives a masterclass in quizzing potential AML providers – so you can make the right choice for you, and your clients.
SPONSORED: Want to know the real reasons why firms suffer disastrous cyber breaches?
No, this is not an article about technology. It’s a high-level summary of the underlying circumstances which, in our experience, allow cyber-attacks to succeed, writes Mitigo CEO Lindsay Hill.