Necessary changes to Scots public law as a result of EU law

EU law is increasingly important in Scotland, particularly given the recent ratification of the Lisbon treaty.  Where EU law applies, familiar principles in all areas of Scots law may have to give way.  EU law can give causes of action and remedies where none previously existed under Scots law.

The SPLG’s autumn seminar, on Friday 8 October 2010, is a timely look at areas where existing principles of Scots public law have to adapt to EU legal principles as applied and interpreted by the European Court of Justice.

The SPLG are delighted that a star studded panel of speakers have agreed to talk on this topical subject.

- Sir David Edward, former judge of the European Court of Justice, will chair the event

- Damian Chalmers, Professor in European Law at LSE, will speak on the impact of the Charter of Fundamental Rights on Scots public law after Lisbon

- David Anderson QC, who has acted in over 120 cases in the ECJ, over 30 in Strasbourg, and numerous public law cases in England, will discuss the breakdown of the traditional legality and merits distinction in judicial review cases involving EU law

- Eleanor Sharpston, currently Advocate General at the European Court of Justice, will explore recent public law developments in the jurisprudence from the ECJ.

The event will be held in Edinburgh on Friday 8 October 2010. Tea and coffee will be served prior to the event from 16:30. The talks will begin at 17:00 and there will be drinks provided after the event from 18:30.

Please note that capacity for this event is limited and therefore early registration is recommended.  To register for this event, or for further information, please contact Karen Brough at karen.brough@shepwedd.co.uk.