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The Supreme Court of India has agreed to re-examine a colonial-era law criminalising gay sex. A three-judge bench of the court agreed to refer the validity of section 377 of the Indian penal code for consideration by a larger bench before October this year.

David Menzies A recent BBC programme investigated how the bankruptcy system works concluding that it allows criminal and dishonest debtors to keep hold of wealth and avoid punishment. David Menzies looks at whether the programme provides a fair representation of the system.

Alan McIntosh Alan McIntosh offers his thoughts on the BBC's controversial programme on bankruptcy.

Bruce Crawford MSP Holyrood's finance and constitution committee has said it is not in a position to recommend legislative consent to the EU Withdrawal Bill.

Lord Carloway The Lord Justice General will chair a review of the practice and procedure relating to “compatibility issues” arising in criminal proceedings in Scotland and appeals to the UK Supreme Court.

Paul Adams Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) is further expanding its legal team in the north of Scotland with two new associate appointments.

Bruce Battersby Lindsays has announced the appointment of Bruce Battersby as a senior solicitor in the firm's private client team in Glasgow.

Andrew Foyle Andrew Foyle, partner and solicitor advocate at Shoosmiths, reflects on the simple procedure rules introduced over a year ago.

Dr Nick McKerrell A law lecturer has warned that new rules mandating that police officers read apprehended suspects their rights could lead to an increase in unlawful arrest claims, The Herald reports.

A new chair and a new member have been appointed to the board of the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission (SLCC). Legal Affairs Minister Annabelle Ewing named Jim Martin as chair and Morag Sheppard as a new board member.

David Gauke A solicitor has been appointed Lord Chancellor in the UK government for the first time following Prime Minister Theresa May's latest reshuffle.

It's back... the SYLA Spring Ball for 2018 returns to Edinburgh on Saturday 3 March 2018 at the Hub. Now in its seventh year, the Spring Ball is one of the most popular social fixtures in the Scottish legal year.

Donald MacKinnon Donald MacKinnon, director of legal services at employment law firm Law At Work, writes on an important issue for employers in the new year.

Callum Sinclair Burness Paull has advised on two significant deals in Scotland's booming tech sector.

The Tayside property market has posted a strong performance for 2017, according to annual statistics compiled by the Dundee-based Tayside Solicitors Property Centre, which reveal local homes with a total value of nearly £440 million changed hands last year. Lynne Hill, manager at TSPC’s Whitehall