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OPT OUT CLASS ACTIONS SCOTLAND CONSULTATION GOES LIVE

Opt-out class actions Scotland: consultation goes live

24/10/2025

The consultation on an opt-out class action procedure for Scotland has arrived.

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Commercial Leases Last Forever Sort Of Termination Of Commercial Leases In Scotland (1)

Commercial leases last forever (sort of) – termination of commercial leases in Scotland

22/10/2025

Did you know commercial leases in Scotland can technically last forever? This article unpacks the quirky rule of tacit relocation and why the Scottish Government’s plans to fix it have been shelved.

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The Scottish Government Launches Consultation On CPO Reform

The Scottish Government launches consultation on CPO reform

22/10/2025

The Scottish Government has published its consultation on compulsory purchase reform, seeking to make the compulsory purchase system in Scotland simple.

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Engagement Terms Matter Court Dismisses Negligence Claim And Clarifies Scope Of Duty For Solicitors (002)

Engagement terms matter: Court dismisses negligence claim and clarifies scope of duty for solicitors

22/10/2025

A recent decision from Glasgow Sheriff Court highlights the importance of clear contractual terms and, of note to solicitors, the limits of professional duties on legal practitioners.

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Levy And Let Die The Future Of The PPF’S Risk Based Levy (1)

Levy and let die? The future of the PPF’s risk-based levy

20/10/2025

The Pension Protection Fund (PPF) announces zero levy for 2025/2026.

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Chambers

Burness Paull lawyers recognised by Chambers and Partners

16/10/2025

Burness Paull lawyers working across the full range of commercial legal specialisms have been recognised by Chambers and Partners in its latest rankings.

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What Self Sponsorship Visa Options Are Available For The UK

What self-sponsorship visa options are available for the UK?

16/10/2025

Investors now need to look for alternative visa routes to obtain indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

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Building Safety In 2025 – Where Are We Now

Building safety in 2025 – where are we now?

15/10/2025

So far, 2025 has been a transformative year in the building safety regime in both England and Scotland and there are no signs of it slowing down as we enter the final quarter of the year. 

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Employment Law Lab Sep 25

AI in the workplace

15/10/2025

This blog focuses on AI in the workplace from an employment law perspective, examining new risks and trends, along with giving guidance on best practice.

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Civil Penalties And The Gig Economy

Civil penalties and the gig economy

09/10/2025

New tougher law introduced to conduct right to work checks to those in non-traditional employment.

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Renters’ Rights Bill (England Only)

Renters’ Rights Bill (England only)

08/10/2025

This briefing note sets out a summary of the proposed Renters' Rights Bill. The Bill is almost in an agreed form and final amendments are due to be considered in the House of Commons.

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The Housing Scotland Bill A New Era For Private Residential Tenants Steady Ground For Student Lets

The Housing (Scotland) Bill: A new era for private residential tenants, steady ground for student lets

08/10/2025

In this article, we explore Scotland’s forthcoming rent control regime and the exemptions safeguarding BTR and PBSA investment.

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Tom Usher

Burness Paull bolsters competition law offering with appointment of UK market leader

07/10/2025

Burness Paull has significantly strengthened its competition law offering with the appointment of Tom Usher as a senior advisor.

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Building safety remediation in Scotland: where now, where next?

06/10/2025

This update explores the latest progress under the Scottish Government’s Cladding Remediation Programme.

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What’s the latest in mediation?

06/10/2025

In August 2025, the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR) published its 11th Mediation Audit. Here we take a look at the highlights and what it means for the construction industry.

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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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