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Weekly roundup of Scots Law in the headlines including rape sentencing report — Monday November 3
Journal 3rd November 2025
A review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots Law including rape sentencing guidelines, as well as Trump's constitutional chaos, and Steve Coogan's legal hot water over Richard III film.
What is a 'cottar'? MacLachlan v Lamont & MacDonald sheds light on little-discussed property law
Journal 29th October 2025
The recently published judgment of the Land Court in the case of MacLachlan v Lamont & MacDonald sheds light on a little-discussed but potentially consequential area of the Scots law of property, writes Ross Simpson.
Solicitor's failures to comply 'undermine the status of the profession', says Court of Session
Journal 29th October 2025
A solicitor’s failure to comply with regulators and court orders “undermines the status of the profession” according to the Court of Session.
Surprise TV twist as record-breaking former SNP MP joins cast of solicitors' drama Counsels
Journal 29th October 2025
Upcoming BBC legal drama Counsels, set in Glasgow, has already set solicitors’ tongues wagging and now the production has made a surprise announcement — former SNP MP Mhairi Black will join the cast.
How to transform an employment and earnings report from opinion to trusted tool
Journal 28th October 2025
Katya Halsall explores how evidence-based employment reports earn their keep in court.
'261 walkers, five dogs, one cause' — Record-breaking Scottish Legal Walks raise thousands for access to justice
Journal 27th October 2025
The Scottish Legal Walks in 2025 have been strolled, and the step count has soared, as well as funds raised to support local legal advice charities.
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