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Improvements to guidance on applications involving wider public interest

19 December 2025

We have made some improvements to our guidance on applications for civil legal aid for cases involving a wider public interest.

Vacancies

Vacancy: Product Manager

19 December 2025

We’re looking for a Product Manager to lead an Agile team and shape our digital development work.

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Engagement on changes to civil legal aid means assessment

19 December 2025

We are seeking the views of the profession and others in a stakeholder engagement exercise launched today.

General

Festive closures: Payment arrangements and emergency Helpline

17 December 2025

Details of payment dates and SLAB office closures for Christmas and New Year, including our emergency Helpline for urgent legal aid assistance.

Vacancies

Vacancy: Internal Auditor

12 December 2025

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Internal Auditor to join our team and play a vital part in ensuring effective governance of SLAB.

Children's

Updated Children’s guidance on payment of Interim Compulsory Order (ICSO) extension and variation hearings in the sheriff court

10 December 2025

Our position remains the same - but we have now made the guidance more specific and clearer for you.

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Quick guide added on interpreting and translation costs

9 December 2025

New guide added after cases where solicitors have not been aware of the terms of our guidance on interpreting and translation.

Legal Aid Online

Keeping LAOL secure: Introducing Multi-Factor Authentication

4 December 2025

To increase the security on the SLAB systems we will be introducing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for users of Legal Aid Online (LAOL).

Vacancies

Join our Board: recruitment process underway for five Board Members

3 December 2025

Scottish Ministers are looking to appoint five new members to our Board. Closing date for applications is 12 January 2026.

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Policies and guidance published on the preparation and assessment of counsel fees

3 December 2025

Comprehensive accounts guidance is now available to counsel, or those involved in framing counsel claims, where work has been done under all types of legal aid

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