News 24 April 2025

Out now! Lindsays Life - Issue 27
Out now! Lindsays Life - Issue 27

Welcome to our twenty seventh issue of Lindsays Life. In this edition we explore a range of topics relevant to people, their families and businesses - we hope you enjoy

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Insights 22 April 2025

Time for change: What we know - and what we can learn from overseas
Time for change: What we know - and what we can learn from overseas

Kate Wyatt looks at lessons from overseas as the UK prepares for new employment laws, from the right to disconnect to day-one unfair dismissal rights

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Insights 17 April 2025

Twenty years of Scotland’s right to roam: Key rules people need to know
Twenty years of Scotland’s right to roam: Key rules people need to know

Leanne Gordon explains that a better understanding of the rules could help reduce issues in the countryside ahead of the seasonal increase in countryside exploring

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Insights 16 April 2025

Employment Appeal Tribunal gives guidance on test for worker status
Employment Appeal Tribunal gives guidance on test for worker status

Christine Jamieson examines the complexities of employment status in a recent case, highlighting guidance on distinguishing between workers and employees

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News 14 April 2025

Time for a legal restructure? Companies House tightens compliance rules
Time for a legal restructure? Companies House tightens compliance rules

Connor Barnes examines the impact of Companies House’s new compliance penalties on charities and whether a legal restructure is the right move

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News 8 April 2025

Lindsays raises over £11,000 for SAMH through “Make a Will” Month
Lindsays raises over £11,000 for SAMH through “Make a Will” Month

Lindsays and our clients have raised over £11,000 for SAMH, helping to fund vital services that support positive mental health and improve lives

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News 4 April 2025

Employment pay rates and entitlements update – April 2025
Employment pay rates and entitlements update – April 2025

Christine Jamieson outlines key employment law updates including increases to wages, statutory pay, tribunal awards, and the introduction of neonatal care leave

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Insights 3 April 2025

Is your charity thinking of merging?
Is your charity thinking of merging?

Helen Kidd considers how rising costs are driving charities to explore mergers or alliances for sustainability and impact

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News 2 April 2025

New neonatal care leave and pay effective from 6 April 2025
New neonatal care leave and pay effective from 6 April 2025

Carla Codona explains why employers must understand neonatal care leave rights to ensure clear policies and compliance with legislation

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News 1 April 2025

Celebrating fifteen promotions recognising legal talent
Celebrating fifteen promotions recognising legal talent

We are proud to welcome four new Partners appointed at Lindsays who are among a total of 15 lawyers making a step up in their careers

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News 27 March 2025

Welcome to Sharon Somerville, our new corporate lawyer based in Dundee
Welcome to Sharon Somerville, our new corporate lawyer based in Dundee

We are delighted to welcome Sharon Somerville as a Senior Associate in our Corporate team, strengthening our support for businesses across Tayside

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News 25 March 2025

The taxing issue with charities and trading
The taxing issue with charities and trading

Helen Kidd highlights the risks charities face when trading outside their core purposes, warning they could face unexpected tax bills or regulatory challenges

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