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10 August 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins
Community Burdens and the Housing Crisis
Community burdens can have a major impact on development potential. Discover the key lessons from a recent Lands Tribunal ruling.
28 January 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins
Irritancy and Commercial Leases: When Leases Don’t Do What They Say on the Tin
An overview of irritancy in commercial leases, examining how legal safeguards and practical considerations can alter outcomes beyond the contract wording.
24 November 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins
Licensing of short-term lets in Scotland
By Jenny Purdie
With short term lets in Scotland now subject to a licencing scheme, we highlight the requirements and important considerations for future and current hosts.
02 December 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins
Moratorium on evictions and rent freeze introduced
The Tenant Protection Act came into force on 28 October 2022- what does this mean for both tenants and landlords?
28 June 2022 | Time to read: 5 mins
How long do I have to raise legal proceedings?
If you suspect that you have suffered loss as a result of breach, is to take legal advice at the first opportunity.
25 March 2022 | Time to read: 1 min
Gillespie Macandrew celebrates raft of internal promotions
Leading Scottish law firm, Gillespie Macandrew has announced the promotion of nine lawyers.
11 February 2022 | Time to read: 4 mins
Retentions in construction: will proposed deposit scheme help rebuild trust in the industry?
Retentions in construction: will proposed deposit scheme help rebuild trust in the industry?
31 January 2022 | Time to read: 1 min
Update: Short-term lets legislation passed by Scottish Parliament
Short-term lets legislation passed by Scottish Parliament.
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