13 June 2024 | Time to read: 13 mins
‘Exceptional Release’ Housing Policy and the Demise of Scotland’s ‘Tilted Balance’
By Sandy Telfer
Sandy Telfer discusses the much anticipated court decision in ‘the Mossend appeal’ and what this means for the Scottish Housebuilding industry.
03 June 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins
What changes after you say: “I do”?
The Wedding season is upon us once again with couples across Scotland ‘tying the knot’ but what legally changes when you say “I do”?
13 May 2024 | Time to read: 5 mins
Immigration changes – The impact on rural businesses
Fraser Vandal discusses changes to the UK's work visa rules and how these changes will impact rural businesses.
13 May 2024 | Time to read: 5 mins
Long awaited Housing Bill introduced to Scottish Parliament
The long- awaited Housing (Scotland) Bill was introduced to the Scottish Parliament on 26 March 2024.
30 April 2024 | Time to read: 4 mins
Under-delivery of new homes: planning system a key driver
Monica Cannon discusses the Competition and Market Authority’s market study into housebuilding published February 2024.
05 April 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins
Land Reform (Scotland) Bill introduced March 2024
An overview of the content in Part 1 & 2 of the Land Reform (Scotland) Bill introduced to Parliament on 13 March 2024.
05 April 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins
Employment Law Changes – What should you look out for in April 2024?
Employment Law Changes – What should you look out for in April 2024?
11 March 2024 | Time to read: 4 mins
Strike Action, but not as we know it
In February, takeaway drivers at a variety of “gig economy” delivery platforms took part in “strike” action to demand better pay and working conditions.
13 February 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins
Changes in law for Trusters to be aware of in 2024
Trusts & Succession Act: what are the changes for Trusters to be aware of before they become law in 2024.
13 February 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins
Love is a Co-Purchase Agreement
This article examines why it is a good idea for any couple to consider a co-purchase agreement before buying a property.
09 February 2024 | Time to read: 6 mins
Insolvency: Administration and its impact on employees
Fraser Vandal discusses the impact of Administration on Employment contracts, redundancies and considerations if the business was to be purchased.
05 February 2024 | Time to read: 9 mins
Planning by nature
Enhancing biodiversity is now a central aim of Scotland’s planning system, this article looks at how this might work and the opportunities for landowners.