Law Society news
13% legal aid fee rise a lifeline for access to justice
Access to justice in Scotland has received a major boost, with a 13% increase in all legal aid fees secured after a sustained campaign from the Law Society of Scotland.
Law Society election priorities a roadmap to justice and prosperity
We have published our priorities ahead of the upcoming Scottish Parliament election, focusing on six key areas to boost prosperity and provide for fairness and justice for all.
Law Society of Scotland launches new forum to boost social mobility
The Law Society of Scotland has launched a new group to further boost social mobility across the Scottish legal sector.
Legal aid crisis to deepen after pre-election Budget blow
The Law Society of Scotland is seeking urgent clarification from the Scottish Government on why legal aid has again been ignored in the final Budget before this year’s Holyrood election.
MSPs back urgent action and fee uplift to restore legal aid
The Law Society of Scotland is encouraged by the strong multi-party support for legal aid voiced by MSPs during a debate in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday, 6 January 2026.