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"That's why it is vital the Scottish government has a delivery plan in place as soon as possible to further address the backlog and reform the criminal courts system." Juries to hear courtroom ...

A JUDGE who has been “at the forefront of promoting open justice” has been appointed as Scotland’s new Lord President. Lord ...

A £33m system to manage evidence digitally is be rolled out across Scottish courts. American manufacturers Axon say it is the first time police, lawyers and the courts will have access to a ...

A freedom of information request found that incidents of knife possession at Aberdeen Sheriff Court soared in recent years, ...

Shared Parenting Scotland annual user survey of clients who have received the charity’s help in the past year has revealed a ...

Lord Pentland will become the new head of Scotland’s judiciary next month after being appointed Lord President by King Charles.

First Minister John Swinney has welcomed the appointment of Scotland’s new lord president by His Majesty the King. Lord Pentland will succeed the Lord Carloway when he retires as the head of ...