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OPG professional guardians training now offered online
Remote version launched of mandatory course for eligible firms
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Scheme for mental health debt moratorium opens to views
Ministers consult on proposed details following recommendations
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LawCare sees big rise in stress related calls for help
New guidance to launch on next week's World Mental Health Day
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OPG confirms new power of attorney amendment policy
Significant alterations will need new deed from 30 October
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Incapax widow’s attorney can petition to be executor
Sheriff declines to follow textbook statement to contrary
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OPG to discontinue red seal certificate of registration
Crest watermark certificate to be sole type to reduce confusion
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Attorneys entitled to give £2.5m inheritance to charity
Court rejects challenge where wealthy widow only weeks from death
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LawCare publishes new guidance on workplace anxiety
Mental Health Awareness Week marked by help for leaders and people managers
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OPG consults on new POA amendment policy
New deed would be required for alterations requiring fresh certificate
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Judge tells tea firm to stop Kenya legal action
Ruling will get workers’ lawsuit in Scotland back on track
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Make attorney code of practice less complex: Faculty
Response to draft warns against putting lay people off the role
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Unpaid carers to receive Holyrood cash boost
Legislation is passed by MSPs
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Continuing PoA researchers invite solicitor input
Study seeks to understand how processes affect family caregivers
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Mental health a big problem for lawyers: LawCare survey
Study finds widespread anxiety, low mood and depression along with burnout
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Adult protection code of practice comes under review
2014 code to be updated in line with current policy
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Lawyers' mental health concerns revealed
Survey discovers stigma fears over speaking out
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Mental health resources out for Time to Talk Day
LawCare offers "Time to Talk Day" mental health resources
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Scullion LAW offers support network to families
Free expert advice for new clients
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Gail Porter talks to Dentons about mental health
TV personality shares her experiences
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Forensic mental health interim report highlights issues
Evidence shows system at capacity and problems accessing services
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IBA embarks on lawyers' mental wellbeing project
Surveys for individuals and law firms launched to provide key data
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MSPs call for repeal of emergency mental health law
Committee believes unused streamlined powers no longer justified
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Mental health law needs more focus on young: Faculty
Review submission calls for more tailored provisions to safeguard rights
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Mental Health Law Review turns to capacity assessments
Questionnaire opens on assessments by clinicians and practitioners