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Sam Conington, Associate in our Land & Rural Business team tells us about his experience at Gillespie Macandrew.

Why Leases Are Different: The Special Rules That Shape Landlord and Tenant Relationships

A lease can outlast generations. We discuss the special legal framework protecting landlords, tenants, and the economies around them.

Home Reports in Scotland Explained: A Complete Guide for Home Buyers

We explain the key parts of a Home Report, common issues buyers should be aware of and how the valuation may influence both your offer and mortgage.

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15 June 2022 | Time to read: 26 mins

Trust Law In Scotland – Where Are We Now?

By John McArthur

August 19th, 2021 marked the centenary of the Trust (Scotland) Act 1921, the last substantive act on trust law in Scotland.

26 May 2022 | Time to read: 6 mins

Trusts Caught by the Deemed Domicile Net

By David Mowlem

Following the Finance Act in 2017, a new category of “deemed domicile” was introduced into the UK’s Inheritance Tax regime.

16 May 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Tornagrain | New Town Development

By Amy McDowell, Derek McCulloch, Robert Scott-Dempster, Rae Gilchrist

We act for Tornagrain Limited, part of the Moray Estates group, in connection with the development of the Tornagrain new town.

16 May 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Viking Energy | Wind Farm Development

By Amy McDowell, Derek McCulloch, Colin Hamilton, Alan White

We act for Viking Energy Wind Farm LLP in respect of the major wind farm development on mainland Shetland.

16 May 2022 | Time to read: 4 mins

Family Matters – Legal Considerations for Parents and Carers

By Eilidh Adams

Becoming a parent can also be all consuming, but there are a number of legal matters you should

10 May 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins

Is my family farm “matrimonial property”?

By Sharon Murray

What is “matrimonial property”?

04 May 2022 | Time to read: 1 min

Gillespie Macandrew bolsters planning team with the appointment of Sandy Telfer

By Sandy Telfer

Leading Scottish law firm, Gillespie Macandrew announces the appointment of experienced planning lawyer Sandy Telfer to their partnership.

13 April 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Our approach to marketing your home

By Robbie Horn

It is vital that we attract as many viewers as possible to your property

08 April 2022 | Time to read: 4 mins

The British Energy Security Strategy

By Fiona Reid

On 7 April 2022 the UK Government released their highly anticipated ‘British Energy Security Strategy’

07 April 2022 | Time to read: 4 mins

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 – Register of Overseas Entities

By Simon Williams

On 15 March 2022, the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 (the Act) received Royal Assent.

07 April 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins

National Test Programme

By Sam Conington

The Government’s overarching aim is to pass a new Agricultural Bill and for replacement framework and legislation to be in place for implementation in 2026.

05 April 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins

Land based tax reforms in Scotland?

By John McArthur

The report includes substance from various other sources and specifically ties into A Framework for Tax, published by the Scottish Government in December 2021.

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