“Morrison” prescription options would be an improvement, says Faculty
The Faculty favours a change in the law of prescription, as it has been held to be by the Supreme Court.
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Scotland “rightly proud of prosecution service”
Scotland has good reason to be proud of its public prosecution service, according to the new Lord Advocate, James Wolffe, QC.
Swearing-in of Lord Advocate and Solicitor General
The new Lord Advocate, James Wolffe, QC, and Solicitor General for Scotland, Alison Di Rollo, have been sworn in at ceremonies in Parliament House.
Sentencing guideline judgments brought together online
Guideline judgments issued by the High Court have been made available by the Scottish Sentencing Council on its website.
Employment law under the microscope
Preparations are being finalised for the Annual Conference of the Faculty of Advocates Employment Law Group.
New members welcomed to Faculty
Two new members have been welcomed to the Faculty, and reminded of their role in helping the 21st century Bar to serve Scotland and its people.
Judges from Brazil learn about Scots legal system
Around 180 judges from Brazil are finding out about the Scottish legal system during a four-day visit.
James Wolffe, QC, nominated for post of Lord Advocate
The Dean of Faculty, James Wolffe, QC, has been recommended by the First Minister to be the new Lord Advocate.
Thank you, says Dean
“A great privilege” is how the Dean of Faculty, James Wolffe, QC, has described his time in office, as he awaits confirmation by the Scottish Parliament that he is to be the next Lord Advocate.
Lord Ericht takes his place on the Bench
Scotland’s newest Senator of the College of Justice, Andrew Stewart, QC, has been installed with the title, Lord Ericht.