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Following last month’s feature on the legal aid discussion paper, the Society’s legal aid co-conveners explain the thinking behind the proposals, some of which have proved contentious

An update, in the wake of the significant rulings during 2014 on holiday pay, on the UK Government’s response, and some issues for legal advisers to businesses and employees

In its 50th anniversary year, the Scottish Law Commission can look forward to speedier implementation of its law reform proposals, thanks to a new, specially designed parliamentary process

Who should be treated as a “relevant person” entitled to be heard in proceedings before a children’s hearing? The Inner House has now provided clarity as respects foster parents

Latest civil procedure cases, including expert evidence; orders for disclosure; jurisdiction; summary decree; appeals; tenders; medical certificates; personal injuries actions; decree in absence; child protection orders

Licensing briefing: Scientific findings justify the reduction in drink driving limits. However there has not yet been established a link between the number of alcohol outlets and public health

A reminder of some key developments in planning and environmental law in the past 12 months

Tax briefing: the Autumn Statement delivered a stamp duty land tax saving for many housebuyers – but adds to the pressure to settle before 31 March in Scotland

Reports of cases relating to James Kelly; Roy William Andrew Miller; Gerard Tierney; David Blair-Wilson

The latest 21st Century Bar Conference explored how in-house solicitors and practising advocates can work more closely together, including whether to instruct direct

Decisions in two cases recently before the Court of Session are set to limit landlords’ attempts to recover large sums of money from tenants by way of dilapidations

New court among changes in Lothian & Borders practice note

Recent work of the Law Reform Department, including corroboration; crofting; mental health; execution in counterpart; Counter-Terrorism and Security Bill

Written as the follow-up to last month’s in-house article, this advice on cultivating your “leadership presence” to get your voice heard when it matters, has a much wider relevance

A Master Policy panel solicitor and member of the pursuers’ panel identifies the 10 most common underlying causes of claims against solicitors

Advice column: how do I face my boss after overdoing it at the office Christmas party?

The Word of Gold: it’s visible experts who see off the competition

The regular feature from the SLCC introduces the important changes to the Commission’s Act and rules which came into force on 1 January

Is the cost to the taxpayer and the factoring industry of resolving disputes via the home owner housing panel justified by the number and value of disputes heard?

The case that equality within the Union requires Scotland to have a permanent power to hold a legally binding independence referendum

In-house interview featuring a solicitor who gained the legal and commercial experience for a business development role with an oil and gas exploration and production company

This article demystifies “commercial awareness” for prospective trainees – and explains how it can help them get the traineeship they want

A recent Inner House decision on child relocation provides useful lessons both on procedure and on the factors considered relevant

This month's selection of leisure reading, chosen by the Journal's book review editor