§ Mr. Menzies CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what are the current terms of engagement and remuneration of advocates depute. [32665]
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonAdvocates depute are commissioned by the Lord Advocate and generally serve for a period of about three years. The salary of the home advocate depute is £45,956 and of the other 12 advocates depute £42,384.