Meet our new Chief Executive Ben Kemp

In this the first in our new public interest series, 'Scots law matters', Ayr solicitor Claire Currie looks at Power of Attorney and explains why it is never too soon to think about the future.

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Scotland's legal aid system is in jeopardy, with nearly a third of legal aid solicitors expected to retire within the next decade. Immediate action from the Scottish Government is essential to prevent the system's potential collapse within 10 years. Our new campaign urges protection of the rights of the less advantaged and keeping legal aid on the political agenda.

After a decade-long campaign, new legislation will better protect legal services consumers and benefit Scotland’s legal sector. The Regulation of Legal Services (Scotland) Bill will see the Law Society continue as the independent regulator of Scottish solicitors, while gaining new powers to act in the public interest.