Author Archives: Iain Nisbet

CL@N joins SALC

Edinburgh based child law specialists, CL@N Child Law, have been admitted as full members of the Scottish Association of Law Centres. Continue reading

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I write like Harry Harrison

It turns out that I write like Harry Harrison. Continue reading

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Other people’s money

My web review this month was all about trust management companies, which I tried to pep up, with a lame James Bond reference. Continue reading

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ChaCha fail

What is the weirdest law in Scotland? Any thoughts? Continue reading

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Sheriff Derek O’Carroll

Derek O’Carroll, the first principal solicitor of Govan Law Centre, has been appointed as an all-Scotland floating sheriff. Continue reading

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… in a galaxy far, far away

In an edition of The Journal the cover of which, appropriately enough, features a robot army and the slogan “Clone Wars” – you will find my review of space law websites. Continue reading

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Some thoughts on the House of Lords

Could changes to the House of Lords threaten the Commons’ legislative supremacy? Continue reading

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Alcohol restrictions at Highland League clubs

New Scottish Highland Football League clubs are to be designated in law, imposing restrictions on the sale and consumption of alcohol. Continue reading

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Welcome to WordPress

Absolvitor has moved from blogger to Wordpress. Continue reading

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Paul McBride QC – Absurd Election Broadcast

Saw a party election broadcast on behalf of the Conservative Party this evening which featured superstar criminal advocate Paul McBride QC. He was on there following his well publicised defection to the Tories, complaining that criminals often only serve half … Continue reading

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