Part 4The legal profession

Chapter 3Solicitors and other representatives

Removal of practising restrictions

125Citizens advice bodies

1

In section 26 of the 1980 Act, in subsection (2), after “law centre” insert “or a citizens advice body”.

2

In section 65(1) of the 1980 Act, at the appropriate alphabetical place insert—

  • “citizens advice body” means an association which is formed (and operates)—

    1. a

      otherwise than for the purpose of making a profit, and

    2. b

      with the sole or primary objective of providing legal and other advice (including information) to the public for no fee, gain or reward;

3

The Scottish Ministers may by regulations modify the definition of “citizens advice body” in section 65(1) of the 1980 Act.

4

Before making regulations under subsection (3), the Scottish Ministers must consult—

a

the Lord President,

b

the OFT, and such other organisation (appearing to them to represent the interests of consumers in Scotland) as they consider appropriate.