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Renewable Energy Developments on Croft Land offers opportunities for Rural Scotland

We discuss renewable energy developments on croft land, navigating crofting law and engaging communities to unlock economic and environmental benefits.

Scotland World Cup 2026 Bank Holiday: What Employers Need to Know

With Scotland’s World Cup bank holiday confirmed, what are employers’ obligations and do staff have a right to the day off?

Relaunch of the First Homes Fund in Scotland

Scotland’s First Homes Fund is back, offering first-time buyers up to £10,000 support to overcome deposit hurdles and get on the property ladder.

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18 June 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Renewable Energy Developments on Croft Land offers opportunities for Rural Scotland

By Amy McDowell, Ross Baron

We discuss renewable energy developments on croft land, navigating crofting law and engaging communities to unlock economic and environmental benefits.

09 June 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins

Scotland World Cup 2026 Bank Holiday: What Employers Need to Know

By Fraser Vandal

With Scotland’s World Cup bank holiday confirmed, what are employers’ obligations and do staff have a right to the day off?

08 June 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

Relaunch of the First Homes Fund in Scotland

By Hannah Gaddie

Scotland’s First Homes Fund is back, offering first-time buyers up to £10,000 support to overcome deposit hurdles and get on the property ladder.

03 June 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

Embodied Carbon and Scotland’s Next Generation of Construction Contracts

By Heather Pearson

As pressure to tackle embodied carbon grows, what does it mean for construction contracts and the allocation of risk?

Frank Blin

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Frank has a distinguished career spanning over 38 years with global professional services firm PWC, followed by a number of strategic advisory positions at Board and Chair Level. Frank has a proven track record of nurturing and leading business growth together with a wealth of experience in the commercial and professional services sectors in Scotland.

Frank has also held roles with RSNO, Children 1ST,RH Prince Charles Ambassador for Business in the Community, Scottish Enterprise and the University of Strathclyde.

Frank joined Gillespie Macandrew as Chair in July 2025 driving sustainable growth in our four core practice areas.

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12 February 2026 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew appoints new leadership to take the firm forward

By Frank Blin, Gavin Merchant

Gillespie Macandrews announces the appointment of Gavin Merchant as its new CEO with effect from 1 March 2026.

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