News and Responses

Response by the Faculty of Advocates to the Constitution, Europe, External Affairs and Culture Committee consultation on "How is Devolution Changing Post-EU?"

Get ready for the 21st Century Bar Conference

Bookings are now open for this year’s 21st Century Bar conference which is likely to prove as popular as ever with a host of expert speakers and a diverse programme.

Response from the Faculty of Advocates to Scottish Sentencing Council guideline - Offences of Causing Death by Driving

FLSU ‘ready to step forward’

The Faculty of Advocates’ Free Legal Services Unit (FLSU) is ready to step forward to address the need for pro bono legal services, says the Unit’s Convenor Neil Mackenzie KC.

Faculty Christmas Collection now open for donations

Christmas is coming, which means so is winter – which will be even harder than usual for vulnerable families given the current cost-of-living crisis gripping the country.

New Clerk of Faculty

A new Clerk of Faculty, Barney Ross, has been elected following a six-way contest.

‘Loyal and wise’ Advocates have a long history of promoting access to justice

The Faculty of Advocates has a long history of promoting access to justice to those who cannot afford to pay for legal advice and representation.

Edinburgh Schools MiniTrials returns to court

A group of around 200 schoolchildren and teachers gathered at Edinburgh Sheriff Court recently to take part in the Edinburgh Schools MiniTrials.

Faculty of Advocates' Response to the Scottish Government Consultation in relation to mental health regulations and the National Secure Adolescent Inpatient Service

Faculty of Advocates' Response to the Scottish Civil Justice Council's targeted consultation on Changes to the Inner House Rules