Public Inquiries: Recent Developments and Trends

CPD 1 hour

PEAT Outcome - Relevant legal knowledge

OBJECTIVES

This webinar will explore recent developments and emerging trends in public inquirie. This session will provide an overview of high-profile and ongoing inquiries, examine evolving legal and procedural approaches, and highlight key lessons for practitioners involved in or advising on inquiry processes. Ideal for lawyers, policy professionals, and public sector staff, this webinar offers essential insights into an area of growing legal and public interest.

PARTICIPANTS

This Zoom webinar is aimed at solicitors, trainee solicitors and anyone with an interest in the latest developments in public inquiries in Scotland.

SPEAKER

Chris Stephen, Advocate, Ampersand Advocates

Chris is an Advocate in Scotland and a Barrister in England & Wales. He specialises in public law, including public inquiries, commercial law and international arbitration. He is junior Counsel to the Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry and Standing Junior Counsel to the Advocate General for Scotland.