Extraordinary gazette issued amending rules on women attorneys attire

By: Isuru Parakrama Colombo (LNW): An extraordinary gazette has been issued declaring an amendment to the rules pertaining to women judges and women attorneys-at-law. The amendments are in compliance with the Extraordinary Gazette No. 2325/44 issued on March 30, 2023. Accordingly: (1) The attire of women Attorneys-at-Law shall be as follows: (a) Saree and jacket in white, black, off-white, grey or mauve; or (b) Black trouser with white blouse and black coat and shoes; or (c) Black skirt with white blouse and black coat and shoes. (2) (a) The length of the trouser, referred to in paragraph (b) of sub-rule…