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How is the criminal justice system adapting to the coronavirus pandemic?
While all areas of business are affected by the COVID-19 outbreak, essential services such as courts and tribunals must ensure minimal disruption to the lives of the public. The criminal justice system is an integral part of society, and as a result, has had to adapt and adopt new working… Read more ...Employment Law and Coronavirus
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (Furlough Scheme) the scheme is open to all UK employers that had a PAYE scheme in place on 28 February 2020. Employers can reclaim up to 80% of wage costs up to a maximum of £2,500 per month, plus the associated employer NICs and minimum… Read more ...Suing beyond the grave – could this set a dangerous precedent?
The first case of its kind has been brought to court following a legislation change in 2017 to remove the three-year limitation for damages in childhood abuse claims. The case has made legal history as the pursuer intends to sue her late stepfather’s estate for £100,000 over claims of abuse… Read more ...Beltrami & Co Win Criminal Law Firm of the Year - The Lawyer International Global Awards 2019
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded 'Law Firm of the Year - Criminal Law - Scotland' by The Lawyer International Global Awards 2019. Congratulations to all at Beltrami & Co and thank you to all of our dedicated team and to the Lawyer International Global Awards… Read more ...Glasgow responsible for long-term fall in violent crimes in Scotland
A study analysing crime over the last decade has revealed that falling levels of violent crime can largely be attributed to the west of Scotland, with serious assault and attempted murder cases falling by 35% in Scotland between 2008-09 and 2017-18. Non-sexual crimes of violence recorded by the police fell by 43% over the same period… Read more ...Police officers in Scotland investigated over allegations of sexual offences
Police Scotland have stated they are taking "every report about sexual offending seriously" following the revelation that almost 90 of the body's own officers have been investigated following allegations of sexual assault in the last three years. The numbers were unveiled following a Freedom of Information (FOI) request made by… Read more ...Corroboration in rape trials faces scrutiny from campaigners
A group to support survivors of sexual assault ‘Speak Out Survivors’ has recently launched a campaign to reform the role of corroboration in Scots law. They have spent the last six months raising awareness of the challenges those that have suffered sexual assault face in the criminal justice system and have received… Read more ...Major push to combat rural crime in Scotland
A rising wave of crime in Scotland's rural communities has prompted a ‘proactive and co-ordinated’ approach to the specific crimes affecting the country’s farms and rural areas. A large cross-sector group has been created in Scotland to tackle rural crime over the next three years. The strategy has been… Read more ...DOMESTIC ABUSE NOW INCLUDES ATTEMPTS TO CONTROL
Psychological and emotional abuse become offences for the first time from 1st April and the sheriff court system is preparing for an increase in cases. The Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2018 is coming into force and broadens the types of behaviour towards a partner or ex-partner that can lead to… Read more ...