Although the Supreme Court is based in London, the decision to sit in Glasgow reflects the court’s role as the highest court of appeal for the whole of the UK. It follows on from the court’s ...

Reed Smith has successfully advised the appellants in a shipping case that focused on the 1881 judgment of Mackay v Dick. In King Crude Carriers SA and others v Ridgebury November LLC and others, the ...

The Scottish government has committed to reforming the law to address strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs). A newly published report, which follows a consultation on SLAPPS, confir ...

In support of international efforts to address the impacts of climate change, the Scottish government has confirmed funding for loss and damage, human rights and adaptation projects, as part of the ...

David J Black wonders whether 'British art' is a term of mere invention. For those who enjoy a challenging book this one hits the mark perfectly. Eloquently written, intellectually rigorous, ...

A new guide launched at COP30 aims to help policymakers understand the dangers of climate change – and the "solutions that can bring about a safe and sustainable future". The Parliamentarians’ Global ...

A coffee shop chain in China has been forced to drop its communist-style branding following heavy criticism in state media. The "People's Coffee Shop" deliberately designed its shopfronts to resemble ...

The Law Society of Scotland has warned that proposed changes to legal aid fees for cases related to adults with incapacity (AWI) would further exacerbate the shortage of solicitors for such work. The ...

The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the practice of the Scottish courts since 2013 in relation to the admission of evidence in trials for sexual offences is liable to infringe defendants’ rights under ...

The Scottish Land Commission has made two senior appointments. Sarah Madden has joined the commission as head of practice and advice and will be responsible for leading the commission’s Good Practice ...

Paisley-based MJC LAW has been named Scotland’s high street firm of the year. The firm was recognised at the Herald’s Law Awards of Scotland 2025, which took place in Glasgow on Friday.

Aberdein Considine has recruited Alasdair Fraser as an associate in the firm's private client team in Glasgow. Mr Fraser brings experience across the full spectrum of private client work, including ...