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How to keep your direct marketing activity compliant with UK GDPR rules
UK direct marketing rules carry fines of up to £17.5m. Charities can now use a "soft opt-in" for supporters, but opt-outs remain absolute.
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New rules for Scottish charities – what’s changing from summer 2025
Scottish charities face stricter OSCR rules: trustee names and full, unredacted accounts will now be published on the Register.
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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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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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