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Not too late for Scotland Bill to fully incorporate Sewel convention
The Society has called on the UK Government to use the remaining stages of the Scotland Bill’s passage through parliament to ensure the Sewel convention is fully incorporated into law.
New charity announced at Law Society office opening
The Law Society of Scotland announced it will be launching a new charity for prospective lawyers at its official office opening yesterday, Monday 14 March 2016.
Local pupils win through to national debating tournament final
Local school pupils have won through to the final of the Law Society of Scotland’s national debating tournament after pitting their wits against schools across the country.
Law Society and Spanish National Bar mark Smartcard partnership at Excellence Awards
Society’s Smartcard project named as finalist at the recent UK Association Excellence Awards.
Lobbying Bill should include written and oral communications with MSPs
The Scottish Government should aim to be as transparent as possible under the terms of the Lobbying Bill, says the Law Society.
Law Society calls for effects of proposed second home supplement to be monitored
The Society has said the effects of an additional tax on second homes should be monitored closely to ensure that people who are simply trying to move house are not caught out by the proposed new charge.
March 2016 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our March 2016 Bulletin
SSDT publishes annual report
The Law Society of Scotland prosecuted 31 cases of misconduct before the independent Scottish Solicitors’ Discipline Tribunal in 2014-2015.
Trainee solicitors to benefit from new Living Wage requirement
Trainee solicitors across Scotland are set to benefit after the Law Society of Scotland agreed an increase to both its recommended and mandatory minimum pay rates.
Law Society comment on SCTS review
The Law Society comments on the publication on the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service Evidence and Procedure Review - Next Steps
Changes to practice rules and constitution
Changes to solicitor practice rules and to our constitution to take effect from 1 September 2016.
EU proposals for TV, music and sport subscriptions too timid says Law Society
Proposed EU legislation allowing holiday makers travelling in Europe to access online content, such as digital film and TV services, has come under scrutiny from the Law Society of Scotland.
Proposed healthcare whistleblower should have power to compel public bodies to act
The Society responds to proposals for a new healthcare whistleblower role.
Law Society of Scotland welcomes recommendations to protect legal professional privilege in investigatory powers bill
The Law Society has welcomed recommendations in the House of Lords and House of Commons Joint Committee on the Draft Investigatory Powers Bill report published today, Thursday, 11 February.
Local pupils win through to national debate tournament semi-finals
Local school pupils have battled their way to the semi-finals of the Law Society of Scotland’s national debating tournament after arguing the cases for and against paying compensation for historical injustices.
Law Society to consult solicitors on SLCC levy plans for 2016-17
The Society is seeking solicitors’ views on the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission's draft operating plan and budget for 2016-17.
Lobbying Bill to include video-conference meetings with MSPs
Plans to include video-conference communications with MSPs in the Lobbying Bill will improve transparency says the Law Society of Scotland.
Law Society launches guides for new parents
Scottish solicitors, paralegals and other legal services professionals can now benefit from new guides aimed at helping them have a smooth return to work after maternity, shared-parental or adoption leave.
Law Society seeks solicitors’ views on impact of court closures
The Law Society of Scotland has launched a survey looking for Scottish solicitors’ views on the impact of local courts closures across Scotland.
February 2016 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our February 2016 Bulletin
Law Matters - February 2016
Law Matters keeps MSPs and parliamentary staff abreast of the Society's work at the Scottish, UK and European parliaments, highlighting key issues about the justice system and legal profession.
Law Society supports proposed Third Party Rights Bill
The Law Society of Scotland has today, 29 Jan 2016, welcomed the Scottish Law Commission’s Draft Third Party Rights Bill.
Law Society announces partnership to develop e-conveyancing platform
The Law Society has formed a partnership with the ESPC and BDP Estate Agency Software, to deliver a one-stop-shop digital platform for property solicitors