Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow

An interesting piece in today's Scottish Legal News discussing an important issue raised during Lord Doherty's sold-out visit to The RFPG last month:

"Lord Doherty, delivering the Lord Rodger Memorial Lecture in Glasgow last month, drew attention to the declining volume of Scottish appeals reaching the Supreme Court."

"In his lecture, Lord Doherty concluded: “If the Court of Session and the Supreme Court do not have sufficient opportunities to decide important points of law the development of Scots law is liable to suffer.”

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Decline in Inner House business threatens development of Scots law A Supreme Court justice and a leading academic have independently raised the alarm over a sharp fall in civil appeals reaching the Inner House of the Court of Session, warning that the long-term development of Scots law is at risk. Lord Doherty, delivering the Lord Rodger Memorial Lecture in Glasgow

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Important developments at Glasgow Sheriff Court as work concludes on the first phase of a significant project to formalise a bank of shrieval-approved civil interlocutors.

Led by the Sheriff Principal and developed collaboratively with justice partners over the past nine months, this initiative aims to improve turnaround times, enhance consistency, and support an even higher standard of service within the civil courts.

From 15 June, practitioners may notice a new style and format for interlocutors at Glasgow Sheriff Court, including:
• Replication of the instance of the action above the body of the interlocutor
• Inclusion of the Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom
• Continued electronic authentication by the Sheriff

This project reflects the value of constructive engagement between the courts and justice partners, with ongoing opportunities for feedback through groups including the Civil Court Users Group and Social Work Referrals Liaison Group.

Continued collaboration with court users and stakeholders will be key as these changes are implemented and refined in practice. Members of the RFPG who wish to provide feedback or raise any queries should contact the library in the first instance.

Further info. - https://loom.ly/TPgWElw

Glasgow Sheriff Court - Civil Interlocutors update An update from Lynsay Sinclair, Acting Head of Civil Department at Glasgow Sheriff Court, outlines progress on an important project led by the Sheriff Principal to formalise a bank of shrieval-approved interlocutors for use within the court.This initiative has been developed in collaboration with ju...

'Mon Scotland!⚽

⚖️ Fatal Accident Inquiries are among the most important and complex proceedings in Scottish law. Are you prepared?

Join Emma Toner KC (Compass Chambers) on 18 June for an in-depth session on the preparation and presentation of Fatal Accident Inquiries under the 2016 Act.

From early case preparation to submissions, this seminar will provide practical insight for practitioners, including discussion of the evolving approach to reasonable precautions following Duncan v Lord Advocate.

📅 18 June 2026
🕠 5:30pm–7:00pm
📍 Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow

Book: https://www.rfpg.org/event-details/preparation-and-participation-in-fatal-accident-inquiries

Preparation and Participation in Fatal Accident Inquiries | RFPG Website This talk will give practitioners invaluable insight into preparation and presentation of Fatal Accident Inquiries under the 2016 Act.

✍️ Want to improve your drafting skills in personal injury litigation?

Join us on 17 June for An Introduction to Written Pleadings in Personal Injury Actions: The Dos and Don'ts with Mohsen Din (Faculty of Advocates).

Learn the key principles of effective pleadings, common drafting mistakes to avoid, and practical tips to help ensure your cases start on the strongest possible footing.

⭐ FREE for Students, Trainees & NQs

📅 17 June 2026
🕠 5:30pm–7:00pm
📍 Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow

Book your place today: https://www.rfpg.org/event-details/an-introduction-to-written-pleadings-in-personal-injury-actions-the-dos-and-do-nots

An introduction to Written Pleadings in Personal Injury actions. The dos and do nots! | RFPG Website In this session, Mohsen Din will explore the role and function of written pleadings within personal injury litigation, focusing on how they define the issues in dispute, inform the opposing party of the case they must meet, and assist the court in managing proceedings effectively.

🧑‍⚖️LORD PRESIDENT SAYS AI COULD LEAD TO A FASTER AND MORE EFFICIENT JUSTICE SYSTEM🤖

Scotland’s most senior judge has told the RFPG the use of AI in the justice system is here to stay, predicting that it will not “spell the end of judges and lawyers”.

The use of Artificial Intelligence is one of the most pressing issues facing the legal profession.

The Lord President, the Rt Hon Lord Pentland, provided a unique insight into the benefits and risks of using the new technology during a major speech at the Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow (RFPG). He said:

“My working assumption is that AI is entering the courtroom to stay. All judicial officeholders must be ready, able to understand it and make appropriate use of it. That inevitably means the profession must adapt. To paraphrase a famous saying: ‘You may not be interested in AI, but AI will soon be interested in you’."

To read more comments from the Lord President, as well as our Dean, John Bett, following this thought provoking seminar, please visit our website here https://loom.ly/UtblmZ4

Lord President says AI could lead to a faster and more efficient justice system Scotland’s most senior judge has told the RFPG the use of AI in the justice system is here to stay, predicting that it will not “spell the end of judges and lawyers”.The use of Artificial Intelligence is one of the most pressing issues facing the legal profession.The Lord President, the Rt Hon...

🚨 Traineeship applications open in just a few months. Are you ready?

Join the RFPG's Trainee & Newly Qualified Committee on 11 June for a panel discussion featuring speakers from the Scottish Government, AG Barr, Lindsays and COPFS.

Whether you're applying for a 2026 traineeship or just starting one, hear practical advice from recent NQs, experienced practitioners and those involved in trainee recruitment.

⭐ FREE for Students, Trainees & Newly Qualified Solicitors

📅 11 June 2026
🕐 1pm–2pm
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Secure your place: https://www.rfpg.org/event-details/maximising-your-traineeship-from-application-to-qualification

Maximising Your Traineeship: From Application to Qualification | RFPG Website This panel event aims to provide useful insight for students preparing for the January 2026 traineeship application cycle as well as current trainees by providing practical insights into the legal profession and how to get the most out of your traineeship from a diverse group of professionals.

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Tomorrow evening: Contract Law after COVID, Conflict and Crisis: A Contemporary Review

Join us on Wednesday 10th June as Miranda Cannell, Advocate (Faculty of Advocates) explores the judicial and legislative responses to turbulent times through the lens of contract law.

This timely discussion will examine how contract law has adapted to the challenges posed by recent global events and what these developments mean for legal practice today.

📅 Wednesday 10 June, from 17:30 - 19:00
🎤 Miranda Cannell, Faculty of Advocates

Book your place here: https://www.rfpg.org/event-details/contract-law-after-covid-conflict-and-crisis-a-contemporary-review

Contract Law after Covid, Conflict and Crisis: A Contemporary Review | RFPG Website A talk focusing on the judicial and legislative response to turbulent times through the lens of contract law.