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Independent of Government, we make recommendations to simplify, modernise and improve Scots law.

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#60billsfor60years Today we spotlight a Bill that brought important reform to a once-uncertain area of Scots law. Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/9712/801…

#60billsfor60years

Today we spotlight a Bill that brought important reform to a once-uncertain area of Scots law. 

Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/9712/801…
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With less than a month to go until our 60thanniversary conference, there is still time to sign-up for online attendance. We would be delighted if you could join us! Register here to attend online: ed-ac-uk.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

With less than a month to go until our 60thanniversary conference, there is still time to sign-up for online attendance. We would be delighted if you could join us!

Register here to attend online: ed-ac-uk.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
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Do you have a sound knowledge of Scots Law? The Minister for Victims and Community Safety is seeking to appoint a full-time Commissioner to the Scottish Law Commission. Apply now: ow.ly/U36y50W2v4Z Scottish Law Commission #PublicAppointments

Do you have a sound knowledge of Scots Law?

The Minister for Victims and Community Safety is seeking to appoint a full-time Commissioner to the Scottish Law Commission.

Apply now: ow.ly/U36y50W2v4Z

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#60Billsfor60Years Today, we spotlight a bill that made the divorce process in Scotland more accessible, efficient and amicable. Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/6517/453…

#60Billsfor60Years

Today, we spotlight a bill that made the divorce process in Scotland more accessible, efficient and amicable.

Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/6517/453…
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#60Billsfor60Years Our next bill - the result of a joint review by the Scottish Law Commission and the Law Commission of England & Wales - aims to position the UK as a world-leader in self-driving technology regulation. Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/4616/431… Law Commission

#60Billsfor60Years

Our next bill - the result of a joint review by the Scottish Law Commission and the Law Commission of England &amp; Wales - aims to position the UK as a world-leader in self-driving technology regulation.

Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/4616/431…

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Our 60th anniversary conference is taking place this week! We are delighted to see such high demand for places and look forward to engaging with you in a critical reflection on the Commission’s law reform role. Register here to attend online: ed-ac-uk.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Our 60th anniversary conference is taking place this week! We are delighted to see such high demand for places and look forward to engaging with you in a critical reflection on the Commission’s law reform role.

Register here to attend online: ed-ac-uk.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
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#60Billsfor60Years Today's bill aimed to ensure that all relevant evidence can be considered by the court in Scottish civil proceedings, thereby achieving more just outcomes. Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/3912/801…

#60Billsfor60Years

Today's bill aimed to ensure that all relevant evidence can be considered by the court in Scottish civil proceedings, thereby achieving more just outcomes.

Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/3912/801…
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✨Exciting announcement✨ The Scottish Parliament will celebrate 60 years of the Scottish Law Commission with a debate at Holyrood this evening 🎉 To catch the action live, tune in here at approx. 5.15pm: scottishparliament.tv

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Victims Minister Siobhian Brown marked the 60th anniversary of the Scottish Law Commission at a debate in @scotparl and thanked Scottish Law Commission for their important work reforming law in Scotland.

Victims Minister Siobhian Brown marked the 60th anniversary of the Scottish Law Commission at a debate in @scotparl and thanked <a href="/scotlawcom/">Scottish Law Commission</a> for their important work reforming law in Scotland.
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The Scottish Parliament celebrates 60 years of the Scottish Law Commission 👏 Yesterday staff were pleased to attend a debate at Holyrood to watch Parliament congratulate the Commission on its 60th anniversary and reflect on the role it has played in improving Scots law.

The Scottish Parliament celebrates 60 years of the Scottish Law Commission 👏 

Yesterday staff were pleased to attend a debate at Holyrood to watch Parliament congratulate the Commission on its 60th anniversary and reflect on the role it has played in improving Scots law.
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The countdown to the “Law Reform: Shaping Society?” conference begins! We look forward to welcoming everyone this morning and to hearing from a fantastic programme of speakers. Get ready to celebrate, discuss and challenge, as we reflect on 60 years of law reform in Scotland.

The countdown to the “Law Reform: Shaping Society?” conference begins!

We look forward to welcoming everyone this morning and to hearing from a fantastic programme of speakers.

Get ready to celebrate, discuss and challenge, as we reflect on 60 years of law reform in Scotland.
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We're ready to welcome you to the Maclaren Stuart Room in the Old College at the University of Edinburgh for the conference today. First order of business - registration (and work out how to pin on your name badge!).

We're ready to welcome you to the Maclaren Stuart Room in the Old College at the University of Edinburgh for the conference today. First order of business - registration (and work out how to pin on your name badge!).
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We are delighted to hear from our keynote speaker and previous Commissioner, Lord Hodge on 'Filling the gap: the contribution of the Law Commissions'.

We are delighted to hear from our keynote speaker and previous Commissioner,  Lord Hodge on 'Filling the gap: the contribution of the Law Commissions'.
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Next up, we are grateful to hear from Dr Alisdair MacPherson of the University of Aberdeen on ‘60 Years of Shaping Commercial and Property Law: Surveying the Landscape’. 👏

Next up, we are grateful to hear from
Dr Alisdair MacPherson of the University of Aberdeen on ‘60 Years of Shaping Commercial and Property Law: Surveying the Landscape’. 👏
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The Rt. Hon. Lady Wise, President of the Scottish Tribunals and Chair of the Scottish Civil Justice Council’s Family Law Committee addresses us on ‘Family Law Reform - a jewel in the SLC crown’. 💎

The Rt. Hon. Lady Wise, President of the Scottish Tribunals and Chair of the Scottish Civil Justice Council’s Family Law Committee addresses us on ‘Family Law Reform - a jewel in the SLC crown’. 💎
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A big thank you to our final speaker of the day, Professor James Lee of King's College London. The title of his speech is: "Of Common Interest" Scots lessons for law reformers'. ✏️

A big thank you to our final speaker of the day, Professor <a href="/jamessflee/">James Lee</a> of King's College London. The title of his speech is: "Of Common Interest" Scots lessons for law reformers'. ✏️
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And that’s a wrap! Thank you to all of our fabulous speakers and attendees, in person and online, for joining us today. That brings ‘Law Reform: Shaping Society?’ to a close. Here’s to another 60 years of law reform! 🎈🏁

And that’s a wrap! Thank you to all of our fabulous speakers and attendees, in person and online, for joining us today. 
That brings ‘Law Reform: Shaping Society?’ to a close. Here’s to another 60 years of law reform! 🎈🏁
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#60Billsfor60Years Today we spotlight a bill that modernised Scotland's legal framework for sexual offences and strengthened protections for children and vulnerable groups. Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/4712/798…

#60Billsfor60Years

Today we spotlight a bill that modernised Scotland's legal framework for sexual offences and strengthened protections for children and vulnerable groups.

Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/4712/798…
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#60Billsfor60Years Our next bill brought about landmark reforms to family law in Scotland, introducing important protections for the rights of spouses regarding occupation of the matrimonial home. Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/4212/801…

#60Billsfor60Years

Our next bill brought about landmark reforms to family law in Scotland, introducing important protections for the rights of spouses regarding occupation of the matrimonial home.

Report: scotlawcom.gov.uk/files/4212/801…