The Latest Breaking News from Alastair Duncan KC

Sheku Bayoh Inquiry chairman accused of bias over ‘secret’ meetings with family

A procedural hearing on Thursday and Friday was ordered by Lord Bracadale to consider an application for his own recusal.

Evening Standard · Jun 12, 2025

Bereaved families demand answers as top lawyers quit Scottish Hospitals Inquiry

Alastair Duncan KC and Victoria Arnott quit the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry last week in a move which shocked many of those participating.

Daily Record · Jul 9, 2023

Lead lawyer looking into Edinburgh scandal-hit hospital public inquiry quits

Alastair Duncan KC left his post as counsel to the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry on Friday alongside fellow lawyer Victoria Arnott.

Edinburgh Live · Jul 2, 2023