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The code of practice on dismissal and re-engagement came into force in July. Is the code at best a useful aide-mémoire for employers with a potential educative effect for employees and smaller employers without HR and legal advice backing? Or perhaps the code’s terms have the potential for more far-reaching and potentially unintended consequences?

This year is a remarkable milestone for Cashroom as we honour CEO Chris O’Day on his 10th anniversary.

Applications are invited for this rare opportunity to become the next Lord President. You have until midnight on 30th September to apply.

There is a clear desire for higher education providers to engage with employers. So how can employers become more involved? One way is through a university law clinic. These clinics link academic training with practical experience, benefitting institutions and employers, and fundamentally advancing student skills.

The ICO and NCA have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining how they will be tackling cybercrime and cybersecurity together.

The latest Tribunal decision covers failing to communicate effectively, acting in a conflict-of-interest situation, and failing to advise the Secondary Complainer to seek separate legal advice.

It’s time, once again, for us to celebrate your wins, successes, promotions and awards.

Sophie McIvor sat down with Jennifer Paton a year after taking on the role at the Society. Read about what the next year might look like and her team aspirations.

The Society’s committee’s policy updates this month cover, like always, a broad mix of topics. Including the committee view that there are a number of deficiencies in the Assisted Dying Bill linked to its competence in relation to the European Convention on Human Rights and mental health and capacity legislation.

The SSDT published a further decision in August which we have shared on the Journal Content Hub for you.

Greenwashing has gained more scrutiny within organisations in recent years as recognition of an increasing requirement for environmental sustainability and corporate responsibility grows. So what is it and how does it impact the legal landscape?

Better understand the importance of ensuring compliance with the Law Society’s Service Standard, in the final instalment of these articles.

We speak to renowned criminologist Professor David Wilson about why you should never trust a serial killer, the five serial killer victim types, the state of the sector, and training the next generation. We also explore the rise of the armchair detective and why ultimately “The police can’t have it both ways. They can’t ask for the help of the public on one hand and then criticise armchair detectives on the other.”

The Access to Justice Foundation Scotland committee is looking forward to its planned autumn 2024 events, raising money for much-needed legal advice services in Scotland.

We meet Brodies’ new managing partner Stephen Goldie to find out the skills and experiences that are needed to lead a £100m+ law firm.

Let's take a look at a recent Housing and Property Chamber decision involving payments to reserve properties, which reflects on the nuances within the relevant regime.

As part of its 75th anniversary celebrations, the Society has launched a new accolade designed to honour those who have made significant contributions to Scotland’s legal sector.

A new report has been published by the Scottish Sentencing Council examining how victim-survivors of domestic abuse view sentencing.

Understand the importance of ensuring compliance with the Law Society’s Service Standard, in the first of two articles with Lockton.

Over the summer, Cashroom, has just experienced the busiest month in its history for new signings.

The Scottish Solicitor’s Disciplinary Tribunal have published their August decisions.

The Society have shared the latest obituary list, for all of us all to take a moment to remember those within our profession.

If anyone is holding or knowing of a will by Catherine Cunningham Roy or Mahony, late of Dollar, please contact Pattison & Co, Solicitors.

This event is taking place at the start of September, with keynote talks and a wealth of panel discussions covering the latest themes in arbitration.