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
VAT Barter in leases – what do landlords and tenants need to know?
Commercial Real Estate
How do you get permission to use outdoor areas as Temporary Premises for the sale of alcohol?
Temporary suspension of statutory demand provisions - what does it mean for businesses and creditors?
Will the District Heat Networks Bill herald a change in the way Scotland heats its buildings?
Using competitive interviews during redundancy processes
Personal injury claims
How will COVID-19 affect my Personal Injury claim in Scotland?
Housing
New Model Complaints Handling Procedure from the SPSO – what RSLs need to know
Public sector
Criminal record checks are changing with new Disclosure (Scotland) Bill
Entrepreneurs, growth & investment
Hello from the other side! Our Entrepreneurial specialists share their experience of lockdown
Wills, trusts & estates
Coronavirus: can Confirmation in an estate still be obtained during lockdown?
Wills, trusts & estates
Can I make a Will or Power of Attorney if I am physically unable to sign?
Reform of Secured Transactions in Scotland: Implications for Renewable Energy Projects
Range of success fee agreements open up to Scottish solicitors as damages-based arrangements begin
Estate planning
Are brothers and sisters entitled to a share of their sibling's estate?
Family law
Coronavirus: is an online marriage legal in Scotland?
Construction & engineering
Coronavirus: update on the status of Scottish Government guidance for the Scottish Construction Sector
Personal injury claims
Cycling update: Legal requirement for children under 16 to wear a helmet
Dispute resolution
Coronavirus Ramblings: What is "responsible access" during lockdown?
Neighbour disputes
Intolerable Isolation: Dealing with Neighbour Disputes during Covid-19
Construction & engineering
Covid-19 Construction Update: Impact on NEC Contracts
Construction & engineering
Covid-19 Construction Update: Impact on JCT/SBCC Contracts
Wills, trusts & estates
Inheritance Tax thresholds and Interest Rates updated – April 2020
Wills, trusts & estates
Coronavirus: why making a Living Will can make sure your wishes are known to family and loved ones
Commercial Real Estate