News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Brexit implications on EU migration: speeches by QCs
Two QCs were among the speakers at a JUSTICE Scotland/Equality and Human Rights Commission event which explored “The Human Rights Implications of Brexit on EU Migration”.
Six named as NMC External Counsel
A drive for greater involvement in the work of regulatory bodies has paid dividends for six members of Faculty who have become External Counsel for the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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.
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.
Limitation (Childhood Abuse) (Scotland) Bill
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.