Legal Aid Reforms Deny Civil Justice to Those in Need
4th April 2010
The Scottish Legal Aid Board recently published proposed reforms to the procedure for applying for certain types of legal aid for civil cases. The reforms, if given effect, would likely represent a significant retrograde measure, which would hinder or prevent access to justice in this country for thousands of people of limited financial means who need it most.
For the response by the Scottish Association of Law Centres to the proposal, click here.