Blogs & opinions
A darker shade of white
Fond memories of the past don't mean we can recreate them today
Past, present and future: a Christmas reflection
The Society is working to achieve its vision for itself and for the solicitors' profession
A case stated
Positive feedback from the Justice Committee hearing shows respect in which the Society is held
Committee starts from first principles
Stage 1 hearings on Legal Services Bill taking nothing for granted
Two into one can't go?
Can the Society continue with its dual role?
Still as controversial
One year on, home reports have still to sell themselves to most Scottish solicitors
What price health?
Will we ever know if setting a minimum price for alcohol would be legal?
Two sides of the coin
Access to justice summit for disabled people hears of the best, and worst cases, but offers hope
Abolishing sin
What is the point of legislation to impose aspirations and targets on government?
Flavour of the month
Everyone seems to be talking pro bono, and we should welcome that
Looking for long term gain
Launch of Fife Law Centre reminds us of the need for secure funding for essential advice
The politics of advice
Advice should be public, and advisers should be given some leeway, on matters of public interest
The lot of the trainee
Debate on exploitation highlights some serious issues
Raising the level of the playing field
Legal Services Bill could mean extra rules for all
Any fears over free speech?
BNP appearance on "Question Time" is no threat to public order
Confidence in our judges
Judicial Appointments Board report shows the challenge of squaring the circle
Gill: time for action
Lord Gill consulted extensively on his civil courts review and we should press ahead with his recommendations
Hedging its bets
Government prolonging the wait for action on high hedges
Squaring the circle
Civil courts review is bold attempt to bring improvements
Dying for some guidance
Why should Scotland not have guidelines on assisted suicide too?
Across the great divide
A Harpers man honouring Joe Beltrami is a metaphor for the profession pulling together
Fatal errors
First jail term for careless driving causing death suggests law being applied sensibly
Rights above board
Human rights issues deserve a properly informed debate
Another round
How do we make the new licensng laws work if no one knows what they are?