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Six trailblazing women from Scotland’s past, including the country’s first female solicitor, have been recognised as Historic Environment Scotland (HES) announced the latest round of recipients of its commemorative plaque scheme. The national scheme, which has been running since 2012, ce
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On this International Women’s Day, the School of Law at the University of Glasgow is preparing to celebrate one notable alumna in particular – Madge Easton Anderson. Ms Anderson was the first woman to be admitted to practice law in Scotland and indeed she was the first UK female lawyer.
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The Scottish woman who became the UK's first female solicitor is being honoured by her alma mater. Madge Easton Anderson was a graduate of Glasgow University who joined the profession in 1920.
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