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Building Safety Principal Designers And Principal Contractors Who Does What

Building safety principal designers and principal contractors – who does what?

13/01/2026

In this article, we discuss how post-Grenfell building safety reforms have reshaped the roles and responsibilities of principal designers and principal contractors.

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Scotland Update Group Claims Consultation On Opt Out Regime Urgent Deadline To Respond

Scotland update – opt out class actions and climate litigation

13/01/2026

The Scottish Civil Justice Council is currently consulting on the possible introduction of an ‘opt-out’ regime for civil claims in Scotland.

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Interim interdict: when is it really effective?

07/01/2026

In this blog, we unpack the key principles governing an interim interdict claim and provide insight into why it should not be sought lightly.

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Pensions 2026 Another Busy Year Ahead

Pensions 2026: another busy year ahead!

06/01/2026

An increasing number of regulatory pension developments are expected in 2026.

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UK Sanctions Update

UK sanctions update – winter 2025

18/12/2025

The UK sanctions regime continues to evolve in response to geopolitical developments and enforcement priorities.

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Are Last Orders Being Called On The Company Christmas Party

Are last orders being called on the company Christmas party?

18/12/2025

Greater emphasis on work-life balance, employees' health consciousness, combined with amendments to employment law, might shift the Christmas party as we know it.

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Building Safety in Scotland – what to expect in 2026

17/12/2025

Here, we outline key Scottish building safety developments for 2026, including the levy delay, cladding remediation progress, the CAR and Compliance Plan reforms.

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The Scottish Developer Remediation Contract – what’s the latest

17/12/2025

Here, we discuss Scotland’s Developer Remediation Contract, making cladding commitments legally binding and requiring developers to assess and fix in-scope buildings.

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Burness Paull Funds Partners Recognised In The Lexology Index (1)

Burness Paull Funds partners recognised in the Lexology Index: Private Funds 2026 and Client Choice 2026 reports

17/12/2025

Funds partners Paula Kennedy and Andrew Christie have been recognised in the Lexology Index: Private Funds 2026 and Client Choice 2026 reports.

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Indefinite Leave To Change The Ongoing Saga Over Earned Settlement

Indefinite leave to change: the ongoing saga over “earned” settlement

17/12/2025

This article unpacks Reform UK's announcement about its plans to scrap indefinite leave to remain entirely.

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The Progression Of The Employment Rights Bill

The progression of the Employment Rights Bill

17/12/2025

In this blog, we focus on the progression of the Employment Rights Bill, including the changes to unfair dismissal, parental and paternity leave, statutory sick pay, and harassment reforms.

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A good data be a trustee?: what does the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 mean for pension schemes?

16/12/2025

The new Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) introduces some significant changes to UK data protection law since the GDPR. Its reforms have a direct impact on scheme governance and member experience.

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Consumer Duty for co-manufacturers: clarity now, consultation to follow

11/12/2025

The FCA has clarified how the Consumer Duty applies to co-manufacturers. It also highlights that the definition of a co-manufacturer remains unresolved, with guidance expected in a 2026 consultation.

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What You Need To Know

CCI final rules: what you need to know

11/12/2025

A guide to the FCA's final rules on the Consumer Composite Investments regime.

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Consumer Access

Expanding consumer access to investments: The FCA’s vision for retail market reform

11/12/2025

The FCA’s latest discussion paper invites the industry to help shape the future of retail investment regulation.

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Key topics and major regulatory changes

ESG

Real World ESG

A resource for those delivering ESG on the ground, helping you to understand how to bring about change and make smart decisions when it comes to shaping your response.

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ECCTA

Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act

We’re here to help you understand what these changes mean for your business - and guide you through the steps needed to stay compliant.

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Moveable Transactions Act (2)

Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023

This resource hub provides detail on the technical changes, as well as sharing the new opportunities and benefits the Act will bring.

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