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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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Singh-ing for your supper: The right to legal rights
Unlike English law, Scottish "Legal Rights" give spouses and children an automatic claim to a share of moveable assets, regardless of the Will's terms.
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The power of a name
Name or gender changes don't invalidate a Will if the person is identifiable. However, Power of Attorney updates are vital to avoid bank rejections.
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Can an employee be blissfully unaware yet suffer discrimination by way of harassment?
When a person is unaware of potential harassment they cannot claim later that the conduct was discriminating.
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Everybody needs good neighbours - but not everyone has them
When your next-door neighbours (or their pets) haven’t become your good friends, what options are available to you?
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Can a dismissal be fair despite the decision maker not conducting the disciplinary hearing?
Yes, keeping in mind that procedural mistakes from the dismissal process can potentially be rectified at the appeal stage.
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Debunked: five urban myths around family law
People chat all the time about friends or family getting together and splitting up, yet misconceptions are rife about their rights and obligations in these…
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New lending powers ‘a potential game-changer for farmers’
New rules means value in the likes of machinery, livestock and tenancy values could be used to secure finance for the first time in Scotland.
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Running in the right direction - Eilish hopes to race in Budapest
Eilish’s selection to compete at the World Championships at her highest ever ranking of 6th may be motivation to reach her ideal fitness levels, but she…
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Overseas property entities must register ownership to avoid penalties
Property and landowners warned that sizable penalties could quickly rack up for breaches linked to Register of Overseas Entities as new powers come into force
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