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Record number of Americans apply for British citizenship
28/04/2025
A record number of Americans applied for British citizenship in 2024. This blog explains the benefits, process, and requirements for US nationals, married or not.
Is your data the missing piece? PASA's jigsaw for buy-ins and buyouts
25/04/2025
PASA’s updated guidance on data readiness for pension scheme buy-ins and buyouts, highlighting why clean, complete data is crucial for a smooth transaction.
How to navigate the new IHT changes for agricultural businesses: Taking stock and seizing opportunities six months on from the Autumn Budget
23/04/2025
Where do agricultural businesses stand in making plans for future generations to come?
For Women Scotland Ltd v Scottish Ministers: Supreme Court rules on meaning of “sex"
23/04/2025
The Supreme Court has ruled that “man”, “woman” and “sex” in the Equality Act 2010 refer to biological sex, clarifying how sex-based rights apply in law.
A US-UK trade deal would be great news for Scottish businesses – but travellers should prepare for intensified screenings at the US border
23/04/2025
Amid the uncertainty caused by the rapidly evolving tariff regime, there have been consistent and positive noises from the US and UK governments about the potential for a US-UK trade deal.
Dawn Raids – recovery of evidence in Scotland
22/04/2025
An overview of the Dawn Raid in Scotland with key implications of the Section 1 order known as Administration of Justice (Scotland) Act 1972.
How to divorce a narcissist
16/04/2025
Narcissism has become a highlighted issue amongst relationships, a catalyst for divorce. This blog offers guidance if you are experiencing issues with a narcissistic partner.
Health Trends in 2025: What we’ve seen and what’s to come
14/04/2025
As we enter Q2 of 2025, what are some of the key trends across life sciences and health and care that we’ve seen so far, and we think are likely to play out over the remainder of the year?
Procurement and adequacy of damages - Braceurself for more!
11/04/2025
A recent procurement law judgment has brought into focus “adequacy of damages” and the implications for claimants challenging contract awards under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015).
Six in a row for Burness Paull at prestigious IP legal awards
11/04/2025
Burness Paull has won the award for Scotland IP Disputes Firm of the Year for the sixth year in a row at the Managing IP EMEA Awards 2025.
Youth Mobility – the future of European visa travel?
11/04/2025
With talk of expanding the Youth Mobility Scheme and a proposal from the European Commission, this blog explores what this could mean for young travellers and workers from the UK and EU.
Financial distress in the higher education sector presents significant legal and economic challenges
10/04/2025
Universities are facing the same pressures as other businesses – higher borrowing costs, increasing wages, and rising prices from suppliers – while also seeing stagnant or declining revenues.
Burness Paull advises Icen Risk on strategic investment by Zurich Insurance Group
10/04/2025
Burness Paull was pleased to advise Icen Risk, a leading specialist M&A insurer, on a significant strategic investment by global insurance company Zurich Insurance Group.
Top tips for implementing and managing effective neonatal care procedures
08/04/2025
The Neonatal Care Leave and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2025 provides parents with a new entitlement of to up to 12 weeks’ leave and pay whilst their child requires neonatal care.
Expansion of Right to Work checks: What you need to know
04/04/2025
This blog discusses the UK government's tougher stance on immigration compliance, particularly around right to work checks.
Return to Sender! A reminder of the importance to respect employees’ wishes
03/04/2025
This blog addresses a case of harassment, discrimination, and victimisation in the workplace, specifically focusing on a recent case.
UK Government publishes first statement of changes in 2025
02/04/2025
The government has outlined key updates to immigrations rules in the first Statement of Changes in 2025.
What’s next for food & drink sector regulation? Key changes to be aware of
01/04/2025
The food and drink industry has seen a number of challenges and changes in recent years, and the outlook for the rest of 2025 is no different.
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