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How Can Farmers Prevent Accidents and Protect Their Business?

Agriculture remains one of Britain's highest-risk industries. Discover key legal responsibilities and practical measures to help prevent accidents.

Employee Monitoring: The Law Must Keep Up with Developing Technology

One third of UK employers use some form of software to monitor staff. But how far can employers go before privacy is compromised?

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.

31 March 2022 | Time to read: 5 mins

What is 23 years of marriage to a farmer worth?

By Sharon Murray

In November 2021, the Court of Session in Edinburgh issued a judgment in a divorce case involving a family farm.

31 March 2022 | Time to read: 4 mins

Natural Capital and Existing Leases

By Amy Eakin

Carbon capture and how landowners might be able to capitalise on it has been at the forefront of the rural business sector.

25 March 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins

Relocating with Children – A Guide for Separated Parents

By Sharon Murray

Moving abroad with children can be complex, especially when parents are separated. Here’s what to consider before making plans.

25 March 2022 | Time to read: 1 min

Consultation on draft National Planning Framework 4 ending

By Colin Hamilton

The Scottish Government’s consultation on the draft National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) ends on 31 March 2022. 

24 March 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Recent Slurry Regulations: due diligence is imperative

The aim of these regulations is to minimise leakage from stores and to reduce ammonia emissions caused by imprecise spreading methods, such as splash plates.

17 February 2022 | Time to read: 6 mins

Legal Rights: The Scottish problem and interaction with Trusts

By Agnes Mallon

With domicile being incredibly fluid in this modern world, cross-border estates are becoming commonplace.

15 February 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Update: Annual Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocations Starting in March 2023

Update: Annual Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocations Starting in March 2023

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?

08 February 2022 | Time to read: 6 mins

07 February 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins

When the conduct of a Trustee reflects on a charity

It is important that the other Trustees have the ability to take matters into their own hands to protect the reputation of the organisation.

02 February 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins

Know your roots: Responsibilities for a fallen tree

Scotland is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful countries in the world, the same however cannot be said for its weather.

01 February 2022 | Time to read: 1 min

Divorce – What counts as “unreasonable behaviour”?

By Sharon Murray

Most people know that it is possible to divorce a spouse on the ground of their “unreasonable behaviour”.


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