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Swinney Announces Independent Review of Lord Advocate's Dual Role

The review will examine whether Scotland’s top prosecutor and government legal adviser should remain in one post, with recommendations due in late 2027.

Summary by The Herald Scotland
John Swinney has ordered an independent review of the Lord Advocate's role as chief prosecutor and government legal adviser.

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Independent review into Lord Advocate role announced by Scottish Government

AN independent review into the roles and functions of the Lord Advocate and Solicitor General to ensure they “serve modern Scotland as effectively…

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Controversial dual role of Scotland's top law officers to be reviewed

A former judge will examine the responsibilities of the lord advocate and solicitor general, who are Scotland's chief prosecutors as well as Scottish government legal advisers.

·London, United Kingdom
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The ScotsmanThe Scotsman
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Scottish government announces independent review into role of Lord Advocate

Former lord advocate to chair inquiry

·Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Swinney announces independent review of Lord Advocate's dual role

John Swinney has ordered an independent review of the Lord Advocate's role as chief prosecutor and government legal adviser.

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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The Herald Scotland broke the news in Glasgow, United Kingdom on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
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