Coronavirus (COVID-19): information for bereaved families

The death of a loved one is an upsetting and distressing time. COPFS is sensitive to the needs of bereaved relatives and we appreciate that they may have further questions in light of the current Covid-19 pandemic.

Revised guidance on reporting of deaths during coronavirus outbreak

On May 13 2020 the Lord Advocate, James Wolffe QC, provided an update to the Scottish Parliament on arrangements for the reporting of deaths during the Covid-19/coronavirus outbreak. Read more ...

Derek Ogg QC

THE Law Officers have paid tribute to former advocate depute Derek Ogg QC, who has died at the age of 65. Read more ...