Legal insights & industry updates
The law never stands still, and the way it applies to you and your organisation is constantly evolving. Our people are on top of these developments and can keep you up to date with some of the most interesting aspects of these changes.
Insights
Employment law
Major reforms in employment rights announced by UK Government
Commercial Real Estate
The trials and tribulations of tenants’ ongoing LBTT lease obligations
Construction & engineering
Collateral warranties – key 2024 updates
Housing
A clear look at Scottish Social Landlords’ repairing obligations for windows
Housing
Wrestling with the retrofit insurance challenge
X marks the spot for unfair dismissal
Housing
Enhancing the accessibility, adaptability, and usability of Scotland’s homes
Public sector
Hedging your bets – RSLs approach to managing interest rate exposure
Public sector
Scotland’s housing crisis – what does it mean?
What rights do grandparents have in Scotland to see their grandchildren?
Planning, environment & climate
Quality Homes and further clarification of NPF4 following Miller Homes Ltd v Scottish Ministers
Commercial Real Estate
The Vache Farm Decision opens the door for increased rents for landowners
Housing
A brief review of the Housing (Scotland) Bill
Immigration law
Labour’s first month signals direction of immigration policy
Family law
School holidays and parental pressures: Ways to communicate when the conversation breaks down
Agriculture, land & estates
Land Reform (Scotland) Bill: What are your rights when your landlord wants to grant options for renewable energy development?
Agriculture, land & estates
‘Getting one’s ducks in a row’: What are the benefits of voluntary land registration for your farm?
Agriculture, land & estates
What are the potential ramifications of not having a Partnership Agreement?
Housing
The new Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme: Has Falkirk Council shown us the future for Scotland’s neglected and ownerless property?
Dispute resolution
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry releases its Module 1 Report on the United Kingdom’s Resilience and Preparedness
The King's Speech reveals more details of upcoming Employment Rights Bill
Just and equitable winding up – a question of interest
Personal injury claims
How the Transport Act 2019 changes parking rules
Dispute resolution