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There is legitimate concern that so few complaints of rape lead to a guilty verdict, but the main focus should be on complainers' experience

Reply to an article on attempting to achieve fairness in determining applications for places on the Diploma

Patricia Quigley is a retired solicitor and judge, Writer to the Signet, and Fellow of the Law Society of Scotland

The October 2023 selection of leisure reading, chosen by the Journal's book review editor

Reviews of Privity of Contract and its Exceptions (MacFarlane); Fault-based and Strict Liability in the Law of Neighbours (Gatica)

The Online Safety Bill has completed its difficult passage, but the Government accepts the need for further work to address continuing concerns over its effects

The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act, the world’s first law to regulate AI, which is likely to be adopted soon, will have consequences beyond the EU’s borders, giving rise to concerns among innovators

As Holyrood considers the proposed moratorium on debt recovery action against people being treated for mental health issues, the authors examine experience with similar provisions in England & Wales

The Supreme Court has upheld a Northern Irish claim for underpaid holiday pay without a cutoff point. The decision is relevant to employment law across the UK

The Scottish Government’s Human Rights Bill will significantly increase the range of rights brought directly into Scots law. Our lead feature explains the approach to making these rights effective

Client satisfaction scores are unreliable and can lull you into complacency, the author maintains, proposing instead a systematic, whole-firm approach to client experience to help your firm to thrive

Trans issues are gaining recognition in law, but much has still to be worked out, especially in family law. This article highlights some key issues including those already considered by English courts

The recent Supreme Court decision on advice regarding medical treatments is helpful clarification, but questions remain over the current direction of the law

Having undertaken the process herself, the author hails the Qualified Lawyers Assessment as a means for international lawyers to requalify as a Scottish solicitor

Stage 1 submissions on the Regulation of Legal Services Bill reflect sharp continuing differences of view, particularly as to where conflicts of interest lie. The Journal highlights some points made

Thinking of my class at university and where they are now reminds me how many openings can arise from a Scottish law degree and qualification, and the high regard in which Scottish solicitors are held

Collected news of Scottish legal appointments and practice changes

In association with Denovo: What does it really mean to say that case management software will free up your time?

Recent civil procedure decisions, including expenses; forum non conveniens; evidence at proof; QOCS; pre-action protocol; dismissal at debate; pleadings

A corporate offence of failure to prevent fraud is being added to the Economic Crime and Transparency Bill, as part of the Government’s drive against economic crime that benefits organisations

Particular care needs to be taken when bringing a trade mark infringement claim in a market with a number of brands around a common theme, as a decision concerning polo-themed clothing demonstrates

Unchallenged notices under part 2 of the Agricultural Holdings (Scotland) Act 2003 can create an enforceable right to buy even in the absence of a valid tenancy, the Inner House has affirmed

The Scottish charity law reforms, now enacted, make it easier for charitable legacies to be received by a successor body, unless the testator states a contrary intention

The decision of the European Court of Human Rights in the Caster Semenya case has implications across all sport, perhaps including for the Court of Arbitration itself