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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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Can sharing an opinion online be defamatory?
The decision in a recent English case demonstrates the real-world implications of sharing opinions online
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Scottish landlord ordered to pay wrongful termination order for the first time
The First-tier Tribunal’s first wrongful termination order provides a sharp warning to private residential landlords in Scotland who pursue eviction
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Derelict land recommendations may be a sign of changing times
Land that has fallen into disuse is increasingly being seen by some policy makers as an opportunity to fuel a ‘green recovery’ or help Scotland meet its…
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Landlord’s Hypothec – securing rent arrears in Scotland
If a commercial tenant becomes insolvent, landlords can exercise their right to a security for unpaid rent over movable property within the premises
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Andrew Diamond appointed as Chairman of ESPC
Chair appointment for our Head of Residential Property who looks forward to leading ESPC as it continues to evolve and offer buyers, sellers and solicitor…
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Court decision on landmark business insurance case provides lifeline for many companies
The Supreme Court has granted the appeal in favour of the FCA and policyholders in the Covid-19 Business Interruption Insurance Test case
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Good reasons for the growing interest in forestry
Scotland’s "difficult" terrain is now a prime asset. Investing in native woodland offers a proactive way to offset carbon and build natural capital.
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Court decision confirms disputed service charges were included in lease provisions
Commercial tenants recently failed to persuade the court that service charges had been demanded incorrectly via a deed of conditions rather than the lease…
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Positive property predictions for 2021 following £100m of residential sales
Strong prices are expected to continue as property transactions rise by half during the busiest four months on record
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