Introduction of juryless rape trials would be an act of folly
I read with interest the recent announcement about a consultation process in England and Wales into the prosecution of sexual offences.
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Women of Faculty: from 0 to 121 in 100 years
A drinks reception to celebrate the achievements of Dame Margaret Kidd KC, as well as those of all other female members of the Scottish Bar, will be hosted by the Faculty of Advocates in Parliament Hall later this month.
Statement of the Four Bars – The Cab Rank Rule
THE cab rank rule is a bedrock obligation for the independent referral bar.
Faculty support for mooting event at the Peace Palace
Faculty member Fergus Whyte recently acted as a judge in a mooting event hosted by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in the Hague.
Pro bono organisations should be coordinating how they provide their services
I am sorry (mea culpa) for the Latin in the title. Pro bono – short for pro bono publico – refers to something done for the public good; pro bono legal services are often provided without their recipient having to pay for them.
FACBA extends a helping hand to blood cancer patients and displaced children
The Faculty of Advocates Criminal Bar Association’s (FACBA) annual charity donations will support research into blood cancer and child refugees from Ukraine this year.
Law students inspired by their mini-devilling experience
THE Faculty’s Mini-devilling Scheme has been judged a resounding success by participating law students
The Tumbling Lassie Ball returns in October
One of the most prestigious fundraisers in the Scottish events calendar returns this October.
Secure your place at the World IP Day Conference 2023
Bookings are now open for the Faculty of Advocates’ 15th World Intellectual Property Day Conference.
Scottish pupils excel at Bar Mock Trial Competition finals
PUPILS from Bishopbriggs Academy excelled at the finals of the Bar Mock Trial Competition, where they placed third and were judged the best overall new team.