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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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With Scotland’s legal landscape constantly evolving, we believe in keeping you up to date with the latest legal developments, insights, and firm news that may affect you, your family, or your business.
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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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Successful sale of Balgeddie House Hotel
Lindsays advised Solley Hotels on the off-market sale of Balgeddie House Hotel in Fife to Smar Hotels & Leisure, following their sale of Edinburgh's Kings Manor.
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Workers voices may soon get ‘stronger’. What does that mean for you?
The Employment Rights Act 2025 has fundamentally reset the relationship between employers and unions. Many 2016-era restrictions on striking have been repealed, and new duties to inform workers of their union rights take effect this year.
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Farming partnerships: Where there’s a Will there’s a way
With the Trust and Succession (Scotland) Act 2024 now in full effect and major IHT reforms looming for April 2026, rural businesses must align Wills with Partnership Agreements to avoid "forced heirship" claims.
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Employee Ownership in Scotland will only accelerate
Employee Ownership Day 2024: The pace at which staff become the owners of the companies they work for in Scotland is accelerating rapidly as their economic…
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Should you care about Labour’s plans on worker status? Yes, you should
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the first step toward Labor's "Make Work Pay" plan. While the "Single Worker Status" is currently in a consultation phase for 2027, other rights like day-one sick pay arrive in April 2026
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Preparing for employment law change: navigating 'Day One Rights'
The Employment Rights Act 2025 has moved from manifesto to law. While some rights have become "day-one" essentials this April, the flagship unfair dismissal protection has shifted to a new 6-month threshold.
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Weddings season: Why more couples would be wise considering prenups
Prenuptial agreements are increasingly beneficial to those who are planning lives together but want to stay in control of their individual finances.
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The OSCR rule change that your charity needs to be aware of
New rules are in place which set out when - and how - Scottish charities should notify the regulator of an incident of concern.
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Charities fundraising code – ensuring high standards are maintained
At our recent seminar for the third sector, we updated on progress of the charities fundraising code, along with changes surrounding governance and employment.
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