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McGrigors to propose amendment at adjourned Society SGM
Richard Masters explains the thinking behind his compromise proposal
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Trust must be earned
The Society's reaction to the referendum result suggests it still misjudges the strength of feeling against ABS
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It's good to talk
Result means only way forward on ABS is to find common ground
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Ian Smart on the ABS referendum result
President insists that Council policy will be informed by both referendum and SGM
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The SGM: who said what
Main points from today's debate
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All quiet on the western front?
SGM adjourns for talks: could we see consensus yet?
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How to tighten up the bill
Issues on which the Society intends to press for amendments to the Legal Services (Scotland) Bill
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The Master Policy: a question for the profession
Whether and how far to bring licensed providers under the Master Policy is being carefully considered by the Society – views are invited
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Polling runs from today
The referendum is open for voting from 23 March until 7 April. Members should receive instructions today
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ABS roadshow presentations online
Edinburgh event available to view
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Don't forget the consultation
If the Society is to be an ABS regulator, it needs members' views on what it should attempt to do
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Voting for change
A vote for legal services reform is a vote to help keep the profession in charge of its destiny
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Independence in context
Some questions to consider in relation to section 92 of the Legal Services (Scotland) Bill
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Time to keep feet on the ground
Debate on professional independence has to be based on actuality
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A time to listen
Complaints Commission projections have been well wide of the mark so far
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Half-time report
President's report on what was achieved during the 2009 part of his term
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Past, present and future: a Christmas reflection
The Society is working to achieve its vision for itself and for the solicitors' profession
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A case stated
Positive feedback from the Justice Committee hearing shows respect in which the Society is held
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Committee starts from first principles
Stage 1 hearings on Legal Services Bill taking nothing for granted
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Two into one can't go?
Can the Society continue with its dual role?
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Gill: time for action
Lord Gill consulted extensively on his civil courts review and we should press ahead with his recommendations
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Across the great divide
A Harpers man honouring Joe Beltrami is a metaphor for the profession pulling together
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Inside view
How work experience at the Society convinced one young student that he wants to be a solicitor
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Opportunity knocks – US style
Scots and American lawyers in New York and Chicago are open to ideas for building links