Statement on the future retirement of the Lord President

The Lord President of the Court of Session and Lord Justice General of Scotland, Lord Carloway, has advised the Law Society of Scotland that he will be retiring from his judicial duties in early 2025.

Lord Carloway became a Senator of the College of Justice in February 2000 and has been the most senior member of Scotland's judiciary as Lord President and Lord Justice General since December 2015.

Law Society of Scotland President Susan Murray said: "I would like to congratulate Lord Carloway on behalf of all Scottish solicitors for what has been an exemplary legal career. We wish him the very best for his retirement beginning next year.

"Lord Carloway has made an enormous contribution to Scots law and in particular in providing effective leadership as Scotland's courts have undergone significant change over the past decade. He deserves praise especially for his leadership during the Covid-19 pandemic and for his willingness to embrace technology in the courtroom.

"The Law Society of Scotland has always found Lord Carloway to be approachable and receptive when we have sought to provide feedback or raise concerns on behalf of our court practitioner members.

"We look forward to welcoming Lord Carloway's successor in due course, and in continuing to work constructively with all members of the Scottish judiciary."