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An illegal invasion one year on – remaining steadfast
Our President Murray Etherington marks the solemn milestone of one year since Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine began by pledging ongoing solidarity and support for the people of Ukraine and reflecting on the vital importance of the rule of law.
Supporting Ukrainian lawyers and forming friendships
Rob Marrs didn't know much about Ukraine when Russia's invasion began, but he's since helped build a sense of community for Ukrainian lawyers seeking sanctuary in Scotland and formed new friendships along the way.
From Kyiv to Glasgow – one lawyer's journey
Russia's invasion forced Larysa Zhdankina to leave her Kyiv home and work with the Constitutional Court of Ukraine to seek sanctuary for herself and her young daughter in Scotland. She shares her story of escape, and the work she's doing towards a brighter future for Ukraine.
Danger to lawyers at home and abroad must be tackled by us all
On the Day of the Endangered Lawyer, our Head of Education Rob Marrs reflects on the situation in Afghanistan and asks what we can do to help.
International trade deals post-Brexit: What opportunities do they present for the profession?
Our Head of International, Adam Marks, provides an update on international trade deals following the UK's exit from the EU and the opportunities these may present for the profession.
UK-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement
Our International Policy Executive Adam Marks provides the low down on the recent Agreement in Principle, highlighting the key points and what they mean for the legal profession.
UK-EU FTA Negotiations: talks continue but progress is limited
Marcus Corry, EU Internal Market Adviser at the UK Law Societies' Brussels Office, provides an update on the Brexit negotiations in the run up to the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020.
Platinum blog series
In the next in our series of Platinum blogs, Rebecca Lindsay, trainee solicitor at Wright Johnston Mackenzie reflects on the potential loss of governmental accountability in the wake of Brexit and the possible impact on the environment.