A Bill to make provision about the role and functions of the Lord Advocate; and for connected purposes.
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The bill would set out what the Lord Advocate is responsible for and how they carry out their duties. It defines the role and functions of the Lord Advocate and makes related provisions that connect to the wider Scottish legal and prosecutorial system.
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11 Mar 2026
8 May 2026
The next stage for this Bill, Second reading, is scheduled to take place on Friday 8 May, although the House of Commons is not expected to be sitting on that date.
This is a Private Members' Bill and was introduced to Parliament on Wednesday 11 March under the Ten Minute Rule.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
