A new report sets out a plan to transform "Violence Against Women and Girls work in Scotland". The report of the Independent Strategic Review of Funding and Commissioning of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Services in Scotland details the legal right to, and guaranteed funding for
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The Bible has been banned from schools in one of the most religious parts of the US following complaints from parents about its sexual and violent content. A school district in Salt Lake City, Utah enacted the ban under a state law introduced at the behest of Christian legislators and used to ban a
Four up-and-coming Scottish solicitors have been shortlisted as finalists for this year’s In-House Rising Star Award. They were selected from a field of nine candidates for the Law Society of Scotland’s annual award to recognise the best Scottish-qualified in-house solicitors with up to
The search for the latest bright idea in risk management within the Scottish legal profession returns for another year. The Innovation Cup invites Scottish solicitors, paralegals, trainees, cash-room staff, and student associates to submit their best ideas for risk management products, tools, or str
New legislation that aims to create the tools to tackle waste and increase reuse and recycling rates has been published. The Circular Economy Bill will give ministers powers to:
Dr Michael Foran responds to a critique of his commentary on some upcoming cases. Robin White has kindly offered a response to a recent article I wrote about two upcoming cases concerning the meaning of sex within the Equality Act. I welcome the caution concerning the dangers of analysing the law fr
Defence lawyer Willie McIntyre has released his latest legal thriller. How Come? is the 13th novel in the Best Defence Series, which follows the trials and tribulations of Scots criminal defence lawyer, Robbie Munro.
Seven wealthy Persian cats are going up for adoption less than a year after they became the largest 'benefactors' of their owner's passing. Nancy Sauer, who passed away last November at the age of 84, wanted her cats to continue living alone in her $2.5 million Florida home after she died, the Tampa
Rape complainants in England and Wales will be given the opportunity to meet the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) staff involved in their case ahead of a trial in the latest move to guide them through the criminal justice system. The move aims to give them the chance to discuss what they can expect i
Drugs minister Elena Whitham has welcomed research from Public Health Scotland which concludes that minimum unit pricing (MUP) has saved lives, reduced hospital admissions and had a ‘positive impact’ on health. In their final report of a series, researchers said that "robust, independent
Eversheds Sutherland has relocated its team in Edinburgh to Capital Square, a new development located in the heart of Edinburgh’s Exchange district.
Lindsays partner Jennifer Gallagher has maintained her status as Dundee’s only triple-accredited family lawyer. Ms Gallagher has had her accreditation as a specialist in child law approved for a second spell by the Law Society of Scotland.
The Scottish Parliament has voted unanimously to pass the Charities (Regulation and Administration) Bill. The bill aims to improve the accountability and transparency of charities and increase the powers of the independent Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).
Norma Dawson, professor of law emeritus at Queen’s University Belfast, was awarded the honorary degree of LLD by the University of Edinburgh during the Law School graduation ceremony yesterday. A distinguished scholar, she is best known for her work on property law, trademarks, and legal histo
Glasgow-headquartered Complete Clarity Solicitors and Simplicity Legal has appointed Nat Alexander. Joining from The McKinstry Company in Ayr, Mr Alexander will be senior associate solicitor and will head up the Complete Clarity property team which consists of five solicitors, three trainees and a l