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February 1999

How the Scottish Parliament will work
The principles developed by the steering group on the Scottish Parliament for the legislative process and the accountability of the Executive
A review of mental health law - at last
First part of article on review of mental health law, against forthcoming review by Millan Committee
Abolition of the feudal system
A member of the Scottish Law Commission describes the approach adopted in its recommendations for abolition of the feudal system
Interview: Sandra Dickson
A local authority head of legal services talks about recent changes in local government and the likely impact of the Scottish Parliament
How to deal with complaints
The Society's Client Relations Office is launching an initiative to encourage a more positive handling of complaints, which it believes will result in fewer cases coming before it
https://lawware.co.uk/

In this issue

  • How the Scottish Parliament will work
  • A review of mental health law - at last
  • Abolition of the feudal system
  • Interview: Sandra Dickson
  • How to deal with complaints
  • Who wants a happy client?
  • Searching questions about managing risks
  • Revised guideline: closing dates/notes of interest
  • Code of Conduct for Criminal Work
  • Scottish Solicitors' Discipline Tribunal

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