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Author looks at the developing case law on damages in private actions for breach of competition law, and why conditions in Scotland do not yet favour such actions

Second of four articles on how to develop a workable strategy examines the tools available for building a coherent business strategy

Some tips on how to respond to unhappy clients and reduce the risk of a grievance becoming a serious complaint

Scottish courts are equipped for the presentation of evidence using digital technology - and are surprised at the low takeup in civil cases

Risk management training is an important safeguard in addition to effective systems and procedures, and more materials are available for practices to devise their own

Interviews with members of the Pursuers' Panel, who believe that many solicitors are still unaware of their existence

Latest civil cases, including pleadings; options hearings; motions; decree by default; proof; power of arrest; closure orders

New moves on freedom of movement of players from countries outwith the EU, and a proposed "home-grown" rule

EU Commission is pushing for a directive that would have a major impact on service providers, including professional firms

The "right to roam" should not mean increased exposure to risk of occupiers' liability claims

First in series of reviews of barristers' chambers' sites

Review of Intellectual Property Law and Practice

Changing face of public sector procurement is resulting in new forms of partnership contract between the public and private sectors

Inland Revenue is making it possible to file SDLT returns online in similar manner to tax returns

Society and Stamp Office have agreed an emergency enquiry and supply service where an SDLT certificate has not been received within 16 days after the effective date

Top 10 dos and don'ts in submitting SDLT returns

Longer version of Family Law Briefing published in February 2005 issue, page 44

Discussion of the Highland ferries issue

Discussion of EU rules on state aids with particular reference to Highlands and Islands ferries

President's message: The Clementi Report is disappointing in some respects, and leaves plenty of scope for debate

Opinion article arguing that firms should lighten the regulatory burden imposed by the Financial Services Authority, by sharing compliance personnel

The Society's Chief Executive offers some initial reactions to the Clementi Report - and hazards a few answers to important questions about next steps in Scotland

Description of major changes in Commercial Court practice, designed to focus the issues well before any judicial hearing

Society's Director (Education and Training) reports on the December 2004 day conference on the Diploma and its outcome