With the 2021 Scottish Parliament elections just a few months away, the Law Society of Scotland has set out a list of priorities, identifying some of the key issues it will press for progress over the next five years. There are six key strands to the list, connected with one overarching principle – the importance of the rule of law and human rights.
Law Society President Amanda Millar said:
There are many other recommendations in this report which I urge all parties to consider. We have an opportunity to embed improvements in our courts and justice system; revive faith in fatal accident inquiries; boost innovative growth by modernising the laws governing investment; become a true global hub for digital innovation including legaltech; and seek strong collaborative relationships with international partners.
The pandemic and Brexit create immediate challenges which demand immediate focus, but by taking the longer view, we can emerge at the end of the next Session as a more vibrant, inclusive and dynamic nation.