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A fatal accident inquiry into the death of a newborn has recommended that NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde review staffing levels across all shifts to ensure its labour wards are “adequately staffed” at weekends. Freya Murphy was born at 9.31am on 21 July 2018 at Queen Elizabeth University

Single-use vapes will no longer be stocked or sold in Scotland under new legislation which came into force yesterday. The UK-wide ban has been introduced to prevent the environmental damage disposable vapes cause and to address health concerns associated with vaping as Scotland moves towards a tobac

Retired sheriff principal, Ian Abercrombie, has been appointed to chair an independent review of the system of fatal accident inquiries (FAI) into deaths in prison custody. The review will aim to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of investigations into deaths in prison and ensure those affect

Public law faces a puzzle prompted by the rise in populism and political polarisation in recent times: on the one hand, the values of public law including the rule of law, fundamental rights protections, the separation of powers and democratic government generally celebrate and provide structures to

Threats against US judges have surged in 2025, with more than 370 incidents in the first five months alone.

A lost cat rescued by police was spared jail despite scratching the officer involved and going through a light-hearted "arrest". Bangkok police officer Da Parinda Pakeesuk shared photos of the tiny British shorthair on Facebook as he appealed for its owner to collect the cat from his station.

The Lawscot Foundation has unveiled a modern new logo to help aid its mission supporting aspiring Scottish lawyers who face financial and other barriers. The new look has been launched as 2025 applications for support are considered. Applications can be made up to midday on Monday, 30 June 2025 by p

Joint managing partners Emma Gray and Ryan McKay have been re-elected as leaders of Blackadders LLP for another three years. Blackadders reported growth in turnover and profit in its latest accounts and expect to report further growth for the financial year ending 31 March 2025, with the un-audited

A woman jailed for stealing thousands of pounds from a children’s charity and a family-run coffee firm has been ordered to repay more than £36,000 under proceeds of crime laws. In January 2025, Beverley Bennie, 37, was sentenced to 20 months’ imprisonment after she admitted embezzl

Burnett & Reid has announced that Annabelle Gow will be appointed as a member of the LLP, effective 1 June. Ms Gow brings over a decade of experience in private client law to the firm, and has been a trusted adviser to individuals and families across the north of Scotland. 

A round-up of human rights stories from around the world. Dozens injured by Israeli gunfire as crowds overwhelmed Gaza aid site, UN says

A new bill that provides for the recording and reporting of restraint and seclusion in schools is being considered by a Holyrood committee. The Education, Children and Young People Committee will be considering the Restraint and Seclusion in Schools (Scotland) Bill, which has been introduced by Dani

MSPs have given their backing to UK legislation intended to create a “smoke-free generation”. Holyrood passed a legislative consent motion on Thursday, signalling agreement to Westminster legislation that affects a devolved policy area.

Lindsays has appointed a new managing partner elect. Andrew Diamond, currently a partner and the firm’s head of residential property, will take up the role on 1 October.

A self-declared nation off the western coast of Africa is seeking to be annexed by Argentina. The so-called Republic of Annobón declared independence from Equatorial Guinea in 2022, though has been unsuccessful in securing international recognition.