News and Responses

The Claus that broke the chimney

With Christmas fast approaching and mince pies mysteriously disappearing across the land, Santa Claus finds himself back in court.

There’s no King Arthur, but this roundtable fights for justice today

A groundbreaking initiative is transforming how Scotland's legal community responds to unmet need, bringing together lawyers from private practice and in-house roles with charities, universities, and community organisations to create a coordinated, demand-led approach to pro bono legal services.

Faculty of Advocate’ Response to the Scottish Civil Justice Council’s Public Consultation on extending the availability of Protective Expenses Orders

The Faculty Christmas Collection – a decade of gifting hope

For the past 10 years the Faculty Christmas Collection has been a lifeline for vulnerable families across Fife – and in 2025 the need is greater than ever.

Faculty of Advocates’ Response to Scottish Government’s Consultation on Digital Assets (Scotland) Bill

Faculty of Advocates’ Response to Scottish Government’s Consultation on Legal Aid Reform

Lord Pentland to head line-up at 21st Century Bar Conference 2025

Several exciting speakers have been confirmed for the Faculty of Advocate’s ever-popular annual 21st Century Bar Conference, to be held in Edinburgh in early December.

Faculty members honoured by Edinburgh university

Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) has recognised two Faculty members this month by awarding an honorary doctorate and an alumni award.

Faculty of Advocates’ response to the Consultation on Implementing The Singapore Convention on Mediation

New Abbotsford trophy links rugby roots to today’s game

Leading club rugby players from the South of Scotland and from Edinburgh will lock horns in the renewal of the age-old Inter District Championship next month, but with a gleaming piece of silverware linked to rugby’s roots now on offer.