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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”).

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.

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.

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.

Christmas is coming… and the cyber threat is heightened
10/12/2024
The increased cyber risks around the Christmas and New Year period.

Converting biometric residence permits to eVisa: A guide for employers
10/12/2024
Biometric residence permits are set to expire on 31 December 2024. Read our step-by-step guide for converting a BRP to eVisa.

International relocation of children
09/12/2024
What should I do if I want to relocate with my child?

Restructuring plans: The new tool of choice for Scottish businesses in financial distress?
09/12/2024
The most recent government figures show that the number of corporate insolvencies in Scotland continues to rise.

Stop before you start(up): Have you considered your IP?
06/12/2024
If you are in the process of or considering starting a business, be sure to not fall victim to the misconception that intellectual property (IP) is only a consideration for corporate giants.

UK student visa decline: Navigating the process and promising times ahead
06/12/2024
This year, we have seen a significant decline in UK student visas. What is behind this trend, and what does it mean for the country?

The Scottish Budget 2024: Our views on the tax changes
06/12/2024
The budget did not produce many significant tax changes; however I have set out a summary of the key changes below.

Top tips for employers on monitoring employees in the workplace: Data protection considerations
05/12/2024
Jo McLean provides her top tips for monitoring employees in the workplace.

Mitigating the risk of charity fraud: Some top tips
04/12/2024
As part of this year’s Charity Fraud Awareness Week, we partnered with the Fraud Advisory Panel and Evelyn Partners to host an event on what charities can do to protect themselves from fraud.

UK visa options – Spend Christmas with loved ones in the UK
04/12/2024
In this guide, we look at some of the UK visa options for those looking to spend Christmas in the UK with their loved ones.

Navigating international divorce
02/12/2024
When a relationship breaks down, deciding where to get a divorce can be a big decision.
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