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"Persuasive arguments" for allowing all prisoners to vote: Faculty
Political question, but right could be extended to referendums
Courts have been respectful but not minimalist in devolution cases: Reed
Lecture by Supreme Court Justice covers devolution and role of courts
MSPs seek views on whether freedom of information could be improved
Committee opens consultation on scope of and compliance with law
Undertaking to hold inquiry creates legitimate expectation: Supreme Court
Justices grant declaration in judicial review over Patrick Finucane murder
Fuel Poverty Bill passes stage 1
Unopposed vote as MSPs claim bill needs strengthened
MSPs raise concerns over Business Gateway accountability
Report points to lack of transparency since transfer to local councils
Government professional services group to hold Scots round tables
Open invitation to Inverness and Glasgow events
Scottish Government concedes error in Salmond investigation
Permanent Secretary apologises "to all involved" as decision annulled
Court gives effect to EU judges' article 50 ruling
Declarator pronounced, with expenses against UK Government
Inspectorate of Prosecution publishes annual report
Inspectors will watch for use made of additional funds
Angiolini issues call for evidence on police complaints handling
Independent review wants to hear of real life experiences
Holyrood EU Continuity Act provisions conflict with UK Act: Supreme Court
Justices reject general challenge but strike down several sections
Supreme Court to give decision in Holyrood EU Continuity Bill case
Seven Justices to rule on validity of Scottish Parliament measure
Official legislative drafting guide revised and republished
Guidance issued as aid to understanding drafting process
High risk domestic violence counter-measures go to consultation
Ministers seek views on best multi-agency approach
QC appointed to lead NHS bullying inquiry
John Sturrock to investigate allegations over NHS Highland
Scottish Crown Estate Bill passes final stage
Unanimous support in the Parliament, though some wanted more
Lords call out "objectionable" Government use of delegated powers
Committee report hits out at use to set policy and create offences
Swinney agrees compensation proposal for care abuse survivors
Legislation to be put to Holyrood during current term
Judicial Appointments Board for Scotland 2017-18 report published
Figures given on six appointment rounds
Revenue Scotland takings up 11%, annual report reveals
LBTT and landfill taxes bring in £707m in 2017-18
Annual report reveals rise in FOI appeals
Two thirds of decisions at least partly favour requester
Vegans seek legally protected menu choice
Campaign for public sector to be required to provide daily option
Tough decisions needed to improve Scottish economy, researchers claim
Report commissioned by Shepherd & Wedderburn shows productivity lagging