John Swinney dodged a question on the growing crisis in legal aid in Scotland was in crisis, as an MSP pushed the SNP leader on some of the shocking stories uncovered in Beyond Breaking Point, The Herald's three day series exploring access to justice.
“Fundamental change” is needed to ensure public services remain affordable, Scotland’s national audit body has warned.
Siobhian Brown has denied that legal aid in Scotland is in crisis and called on lawyers and their representative bodies to get “round the table” with her to talk about the future.
Most Scots want National Insurance devolved to Scotland, a new poll has suggested.
First Minister John Swinney will battle his deputy, Kate Forbes, and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar for the top gong at tomorrow night’s Scottish Politician of the Year Awards 2024 in association with Scottish Power.
Wheelchair users should have right to sue airports for poor care, says MP By Will Durrant, PA Political Staff Wheelchair users should be able to sue airports and airlines which fail to accommodate them, according to an MP who has chosen not to fly “for many years”.
Scotland's legal aid system is facing a crisis, with a sharp decline in the number of criminal defence solicitors and a rising demand for services. The Herald explores the growing challenges in both criminal and civil legal aid, the impact on vulnerable communities, and the urgent calls for reform to prevent access to justice from becoming a luxury.
Scotland’s legal aid crisis is hitting access to justice for everyday Scots, from survivors of domestic abuse to families needing guardianship support. With legal aid solicitors leaving the profession and government reforms delayed, rural areas are already feeling the strain. Read why top lawyer Pat Thom says the backbone of society is at risk — and what needs to change.
