Rules, Waivers and Guidance Sub-Committee

Convener

Nick Taylor

Secretary

Samantha Hollywood
samanthahollywood@lawscot.org.uk

Solicitor Members

Stuart Kelly

David Syme

Graham Weatherston

Lay Members

Uzma Aslam

Naveed Kayani

Lauren Murdoch

Andrew Tough

Brian Yates

Aims & functions of the committee

To consider and develop proposals to amend certain regulatory requirements, in accordance with the Society’s obligations to promote the regulatory objectives and aim to adopt best regulatory practice.
To approve the issue and amendment of Guidance in relation to certain practice rules and areas of legal work.
To consider and determine applications for waiver of certain practice rule requirements, including, for example, specific requirements of the rules on conflict of interest.