Blogs & opinions
- in the category: law society of scotland
It's good to talk
Result means only way forward on ABS is to find common ground
Ian Smart on the ABS referendum result
President insists that Council policy will be informed by both referendum and SGM
The SGM: who said what
Main points from today's debate
All quiet on the western front?
SGM adjourns for talks: could we see consensus yet?
How to tighten up the bill
Issues on which the Society intends to press for amendments to the Legal Services (Scotland) Bill
The Master Policy: a question for the profession
Whether and how far to bring licensed providers under the Master Policy is being carefully considered by the Society – views are invited
Polling runs from today
The referendum is open for voting from 23 March until 7 April. Members should receive instructions today
ABS roadshow presentations online
Edinburgh event available to view
Don't forget the consultation
If the Society is to be an ABS regulator, it needs members' views on what it should attempt to do
Voting for change
A vote for legal services reform is a vote to help keep the profession in charge of its destiny
Independence in context
Some questions to consider in relation to section 92 of the Legal Services (Scotland) Bill
Time to keep feet on the ground
Debate on professional independence has to be based on actuality