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Latest news and insights

Gillespie Macandrew appoints new partner and promotes 11 others

Gillespie Macandrew announces the promotion of Lorna Balfour to partner in its industry-leading Land & Rural Business team.

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.

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.

Jamie Seath

Senior Solicitor, Land and Rural Business

Jamie has experience in a variety of property work and has a particular focus on land and forestry transactions across Scotland. Advising a wide array of clients, including individuals and corporate entities alike, Jamie provides advice to landowners looking to diversify the use of their properties, assists Estates with their long-term projects and helps those wishing to find their own piece of the countryside also.

Jamie offers clients practical solutions to common problems facing landowners, including mast site leases and boundary issues. Jamie has a strong client focus in trying to ensure that any work he undertakes for his clients is conducted in a timely and efficient manner while looking to work in collaboration with them to achieve the best result possible.

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Recent News & Insights by Jamie

02 December 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Grain harvest concerns as we come into winter

By Jamie Seath

We analyse these global effects on the grain harvest amongst other challenges, creating a complex climate for rural businesses. 

28 March 2022 | Time to read: 1 min

OnFARM podcast: Access to knowledge through NFU Scotland’s legal helpline

By Alan White, Jamie Seath

OnFARM producer Dave Howard visited law firm Gillespie Macandrew, whose Land and Rural Business team manages NFU Scotland’s legal helpline.

24 March 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Recent Slurry Regulations: due diligence is imperative

By Jamie Seath

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.

01 February 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Legal issues in Agri-Tourism

By Jamie Seath

Many Agri-Tourism businesses include interactive experiences involving livestock, which presents its own set of risks to manage.

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