Claire Mitchell is new SCBA President
The vital role of defence counsel in the justice system has been highlighted by Claire Mitchell, new President of the Scottish Criminal Bar Association.
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More cases and strain on courts if time-bar removed, Faculty believes
An increase in the number of complicated cases, with “resource implications” for the courts, is likely to result from the removal of a time-bar in historical childhood abuse actions, the Faculty has suggested.
Another leading voice lined up for Tumbling Lassie seminar
A late addition has been made to the programme for the Tumbling Lassie seminar on modern day slavery and human trafficking, with a third leading voice in the field now taking part.
QC among new SLCC members
A senior member of Faculty has been appointed to the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission.
Stepping up for Pedometer Challenge II
The step-counters have been dusted off and the resolve to fight festive excess is strong – the Faculty’s Pedometer Challenge is back!
Faculty picked as finalist for Community Contribution Award
The Faculty has been shortlisted for an award, in recognition of voluntary work by staff and members.
Deadline looming, so book now for Tumbling Lassie Ball
Time is running out to book tickets for The Tumbling Lassie Ball, in aid of charities fighting slavery and people trafficking.
Faculty member taking Silk south of the Border
A senior member of Faculty is among 113 applicants who have been approved by Her Majesty the Queen for Silk in England & Wales.
Amazing prizes donated for Tumbling Lassie Ball auction
Organisers of The Tumbling Lassie Ball, which will raise funds for two human trafficking charities, have been “overwhelmed” by donations of glittering prizes for a silent auction.
QC becomes RIAS Honorary Fellow
A senior member of Faculty has been made an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS).