Orkney solicitor nominatedSerena Sutherland, an Orkney-based solicitor, has been nominated as president-elect for the 2026-27 term of the Law Society of Scotland
UK targets Russian shadow fleetThe UK imposes its largest sanctions package yet, targeting 30 Russian oil tankers and their insurers
Employment Rights Bill fails reviewThe Regulatory Policy Committee rates the Employment Rights Bill’s impact assessments as “not fit for purpose"
New Ferry explosion case settledHilary Meredith Solicitors finalises justice for victims of the 2017 New Ferry explosion after seven years of litigation
Express Solicitors earns royal honourExpress Solicitors, a personal injury law firm, receives the Princess Royal Training Award for its exceptional graduate training programme, marking a milestone in legal sector recognition
Public standards: keeping ethics aliveThe future of public standards hinges on adapting ethical frameworks to evolving societal, technological, and institutional challenges
Iranian lawyers face systemic persecutionLaw Society raises alarm over harassment, arrests, and intimidation undermining justice and fair trials in Iran
Leasehold reform plans move forwardThe UK government outlines new leasehold reform steps, with key timelines and regulatory proposals shared