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Criminal
Solemn trial preparation fee to increase from 1 April 2026 where guilty plea accepted at any diet prior to appointed trial diet
26 March 2026
Regulations to introduce changes to payment arrangements for solicitors in solemn first instance proceedings under Part 2 of Schedule 1A
Civil
Response to stakeholder input on civil means assessment changes published
25 March 2026
Following a positive stakeholder engagement exercise earlier this year, we have published a summary of the input received, alongside our response.
General
Minister appoints five new board members
25 March 2026
The Minister for Victims and Community Safety today announced the appointment of five new Board members to the Scottish Legal Aid Board.
Vacancies
Vacancy: People Coordinator
23 March 2026
Recruiting a People Coordinator to join our team & playing a key role covering recruitment, onboarding, payroll admin, employee records & engagement activity.
Vacancies
Vacancy: Corporate Support Assistant
12 March 2026
We’re looking for an organised, proactive assistant to support the Chief Executive’s Office, Chair & Board with the smooth running of key corporate processes.
