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Is Renewable Energy Right for Your Land? Four Key Questions for Landowners

Renewable energy projects offer landowners new income opportunities, but careful planning is key - here are four questions to consider before committing.

How do you protect Family Legacy? Succession in a Changing Rural Scotland

We explore how families can protect their legacy, navigate complexity and build resilient rural businesses for the next generation.

Farming Workforce Challenges – Recruitment Routes and Visa Changes

The UK’s sheep‑shearing visa concession will end in 2026, creating fresh workforce challenges for farmers. We summarise what to expect and what to plan for.

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19 May 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins

Is Renewable Energy Right for Your Land? Four Key Questions for Landowners

By Cheryl Hogg

Renewable energy projects offer landowners new income opportunities, but careful planning is key - here are four questions to consider before committing.

18 May 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins

How do you protect Family Legacy? Succession in a Changing Rural Scotland

By Eilidh Adams

We explore how families can protect their legacy, navigate complexity and build resilient rural businesses for the next generation.

12 May 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins

Farming Workforce Challenges – Recruitment Routes and Visa Changes

By Fraser Vandal

The UK’s sheep‑shearing visa concession will end in 2026, creating fresh workforce challenges for farmers. We summarise what to expect and what to plan for.

28 April 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

Inheritance Tax Reform: April 2026 Changes and the Road Ahead

By John McArthur

Significant Inheritance tax changes took effect in April 2026. This article examines their real impact on businesses and estates.

10 April 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Floating Solar in Scotland: Opportunities, Challenges and Emerging Potential

By Alexandra Irwin, Simon Williams

Floating solar is emerging as a key way to boost renewable energy in Scotland, unlocking clean power on water without competing for land.

07 April 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Pre-Nuptial Agreements – Not Just for the Rich and Famous

By Stephen Grant

As wedding season approaches, it’s a timely moment to explore how prenups in Scotland provide clarity, fairness and protection for couples.

16 March 2026 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and a further 13 promotions

By Gavin Merchant, Caitlin Keegan, Fraser Vandal

Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and 13 promotions, strengthening teams across Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.

06 March 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins

Decarbonising the Scottish Highlands: A New Era of Community-Led Energy Projects

By Jack Cuthbertson

The Scottish Highlands are leading a new era of community-driven renewable energy, from solar and hydrogen to EV infrastructure.

03 March 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Hydrolysis in Scotland: A New Sustainable Option for Funeral Planning

By Kirsten Leckie

Scotland introduces hydrolysis cremation from 2 March 2026, offering a sustainable new choice for those planning their future funeral wishes.

24 February 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

Why You Need a Co-Purchase Agreement When Buying a Property in 2026

By Stephen Grant

Buying property together in 2026? A Co‑Purchase Agreement sets expectations, safeguards contributions and reduces future uncertainty.

20 February 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins

Employment Rights Act 2025: What Employees Need to Know

By Fraser Vandal

The Employment Rights Act 2025 brings major reforms from 2026–27. Here we summarise what employees need to know as changes begin to take effect.

18 February 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Edinburgh Residential Property Market Outlook 2026

By Gillian Wright

Edinburgh’s housing market shows steady growth heading into 2026, with rising demand, improving confidence and key policy changes on the horizon.

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