Image for article: Charities Briefing - The Equality Act 2010

Charities Briefing - The Equality Act 2010

24 February 2011

The Equality Act 2010, which became law in October 2010, imposes certain obligations on employers and people who provide services in order to prohibit unlawful discrimination.

Image for article: Pensions play an increasing role in divorce

Pensions play an increasing role in divorce

7 February 2011

Lesley Gordon, Head of Family Law discusses the recent reduction in public sector pension values and in particular highlights the significant impact this has on public sector employees and their spouses who are in the course of a divorce.

Image for article: Licences vital to Scotland's charities

Licences vital to Scotland's charities

3 February 2011

Stephen McGowan and Alastair Keatinge will co-host an event at The Gathering 2011 on 23rd February, which will help charities and voluntary organisations understand how vital licensing is to them – and how to ensure they do not suffer from changes in legislation.

Image for article: Sunday Drinking: Sacriligious or Par for the Course?

Sunday Drinking: Sacriligious or Par for the Course?

2 February 2011

The Scottish case of Galloway v Western Isles Licensing Board, decided on 18 January 2011, has obvious local controversy, but may also undermine national attempts to have health issues at the heart of licensing decisions, argues Stephen McGowan, a Director in the Licensing & Gambling team.

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