# Event Details - **Event Name**: The WS Sports Law Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 am – Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: We are delighted to welcome back some of the sport sector's most respected legal and governance leaders to the Signet Library in Edinburgh.About this EventScotland's Big Year of SportThe WS Sports Law Conference returns on Thursday, 22 October 2026.We are delighted to welcome back some of the sport sector's most respected legal and governance leaders to the Signet Library in Edinburgh for this popular event in the Society's education programme.Join, among others, Gill Treasurer, Director of Legal and Governance at The British & Irish Lions, and Angela McCracken, Head of Legal for the Commonwealth Games 2026, as they reflect on a landmark year for Scottish sport.Through a series of keynote presentations and panel discussions, speakers will examine the legal, governance and commercial issues arising from major sporting events, offering practical insights into event delivery, stakeholder management and the evolving regulatory landscape. The programme will also consider the opportunities and challenges facing Scottish sport as the sector looks beyond 2026.The conference is a must-attend for legal professionals, academics, and stakeholders passionate about the legal integrity of sport.Topics will include:Welcome and Chair's IntroductionOpening KeynoteSignificant Developments in Sport: the Commonwealth Games, the FIFA World Cup, the Winter Olympics and morePanel Discussion: Delivering the Commonwealth Games - Insights from In-House and External CounselFull programme to be announced soon.Delegate rates:Writers to the Signet: £270+ VATStandard rate: £300+ VATLaw student/trainee solicitor: £160+ VATMake sure your organisation is represented by reserving a place today. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-ws-sports-law-conference/100001998533724168 - **Event Categories**: sports, business, conferences, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: The WS Society - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 192, max: 360, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The WS Society - **lat**: 55.94917359999999 - **long**: -3.1912569 - **full address**: The WS Society, The Signet Library, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The WS Sports Law Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/4fc1b4829bf092a5ae59feb8c357d288157b906241ce521fad4792a7119443ef-rimg-w1200-h1600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787318133 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The WS Sports Law Conference being held? - **A:** The WS Sports Law Conference takes place on Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 am to Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm at The WS Society, The Signet Library, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The WS Sports Law Conference? - **A:** The WS Sports Law Conference is organized by The WS Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The WS Sports Law Conference is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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