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Costs in personal injury claims – Where are we now?
15/01/2025
From inflationary increases and complexity based uplifts in claimant costs to QOCS, the cost of litigation in defending people claims has increased in Scotland.
Cyber security – looking back on 2024 and what businesses can expect in 2025
14/01/2025
2024 was another year in which UK businesses battled to combat cyber security threats, which continue to impact organisations of all sizes across all sectors.
Scotland’s first Visitor Levy – How did we get here?
13/01/2025
In the coming weeks, the City of Edinburgh Council (“CEC”) is set to introduce Scotland’s first Visitor Levy.
Preparing to meet with a divorce lawyer
08/01/2025
Taking the next step towards finalising the legal matters which follow a separation is daunting. We've created a guide to help you prepare for your first meeting.
Risk in commercial shipping – The Supreme Court clarifies the scope of Hague Visby Rules for claims for misdelivery of cargo
08/01/2025
A Supreme Court decision has shed light on the scope of protection for carriers under a key international convention, highlighting the need for thorough risk assessment in the contracting process.
Sponsor licences: Duties and responsibilities of an Authorising Officer
07/01/2025
In this article, we take a detailed look at what it means to be an authorising officer in an ever-shifting immigration landscape.
Avoid a mess – ordering the lives of busy owner-managers
06/01/2025
At Burness Paull, we work with many owner-managers operating across a range of sectors.
Charity complaints and freedom of information – How much does OSCR have to disclose?
06/01/2025
The Scottish Information Commissioner recently decided that the OSCR had ‘generally’ complied with the FOISA when withholding information about a charity that was the subject of an ongoing inquiry.
The Clean Power 2030 Action Plan: Powering change for low-carbon generation?
20/12/2024
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has published its “Clean Power 2030 Action Plan”, putting some detail around the UK Government’s mission to deliver clean power to the UK by 2030.
Building safety in Scotland: Legislation comes into force on 6 January 2025
20/12/2024
The Act was introduced by the Scottish Government to reduce the risk to life from unsafe cladding on high-rise homes.
Proposed amendments to the Employment Rights Bill: Our year-end wrap up
19/12/2024
On 10 October 2024, the Employment Rights Bill 2024-25 (ERB) was introduced to Parliament. It had its second reading on 21 October 2024 and is currently at the Committee stage.
FCA updates its perimeter report
19/12/2024
On 9 December 2024, the FCA updated their webpage on its perimeter report (“Report”).
December marks the end of a busy 2024 for the Burness Paull Foundation
19/12/2024
The firm’s annual Christmas Appeal marks the end of a busy year for the Burness Paull Foundation, providing to support local charities in each of our three cities during December.
Where does the burden of proof lie when appealing a regulatory decision?
17/12/2024
The Court of Appeal recently ruled on an appeal by Doorstep Dispensaree Limited against a Monetary Penalty Notice from the ICO.
Letters of Intent in construction projects: Practical insights
17/12/2024
Letters of intent (LOI) are widely used in the construction industry. Here we explore what LOIs are, their role in the industry and how they can be used effectively.
Burness Paull is the first Scottish law firm to become a corporate sponsor of the 93% Club
16/12/2024
Burness Paull has become the first Scottish law firm to support the 93% Club as a corporate sponsor, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to widening access and promoting greater inclusivity.
NSIA 3 years on: Some practical guidance for Scottish and cross-border finance transactions
12/12/2024
Discover how the National Security and Investments Act 2021 (NSIA) impacts banking and finance deals involving Scottish companies.
A closer look at MacLennan v British Psychological Society – Redefining whistleblowing rights for charity trustees
11/12/2024
In the recent Employment Appeal Tribunal case, MacLennan v British Psychological Society, important legal questions emerged about the rights of charity trustees in bringing whistleblowing claims.
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