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Employment Tribunal claims: Time limits extend to six months from 1 October 2026
New legislation will give workers and employers additional time to resolve workplace disputes before Tribunal proceedings are commenced
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What are Legal Rights and who is entitled?
In Scotland, when you die, your spouse/civil partner and your children will automatically be entitled to a share of your estate, regardless of whether or not you have a Will
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Eilish McColgan on injury setbacks, race wins, and the road back to fitness
Fresh from victory at the London Big Half, Eilish reflects on her recovery journey and the work still to come as she rebuilds her fitness
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Right to Work changes: Frequently asked questions for employers
The Right to Work regime is changing from 1 October 2026. Our immigration law team answers some of the key questions
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Linda Tinson joins Scottish Agritourism board
Linda Tinson, Consultant in Rural – Land and Business, has joined the board of Scottish Agritourism, bringing more than 20 years’ experience supporting Scotland’s rural businesses.
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Settlement agreements: What employees need to know
Settlement agreements can end an employment relationship by agreement, but understand what you are signing before accepting the terms
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Employee share incentives: why ‘leaver’ provisions matter
Why planning for departing employee shareholders is just as important as implementing the share scheme itself
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Adults with Incapacity, guardianships and the importance of PoAs
The AWI Act 2000 safeguards those lacking capacity. Granting a Power of Attorney early avoids the high costs and stress of court-ordered Guardianships.
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AI is already in your workplace – it’s time to take control
Employers must urgently implement AI policies to manage "shadow AI" risks, ensure data security, and maintain human oversight of generated work.
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Employee-owned businesses hail profit and productivity boosts on EO Day
On EO Day, Nicholas Howie highlights that employee-owned firms boost profits and productivity. Over 25 Lindsays deals show the EOT model’s success.
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Congratulations to John Bett - appointed as new Dean of the RFPG
The Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow, one of Scotland’s most historic professional membership bodies, has appointed John Bett as its new Dean
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Flat fees and part-time workers: Clarification from the Court of Appeal
Part-time workers can only claim discrimination if their status is the sole reason for less favourable treatment, the Court of Appeal ruled.
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What can you do if a Will has been mislaid?
In the latest issue of Lindsays Life we offer some advice on what to do if you lose your Will and how to prevent it happening in the first place.
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Can parties conclude a contract via WhatsApp messages?
WhatsApp messages form binding construction contracts if price and scope are agreed. Gaps are filled by statutory "default" payment rules
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New law set to unlock cross-border investment for Scottish businesses
The Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act allows businesses to secure loans against assets like machinery, IP, and shares while keeping them.
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Business and relationships - stay alert for red flags
In Scotland, business assets owned before marriage can become "matrimonial property" if their structure changes, making them subject to a 50/50 split.
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