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Edinburgh Residential Property Market Outlook 2026

Edinburgh’s housing market shows steady growth heading into 2026, with rising demand, improving confidence and key policy changes on the horizon.

Will Your Marriage Abroad Be Recognised in Scotland?

Planning a Valentine’s engagement? We discuss whether your overseas marriage will be automatically recognised in Scotland.

Gillespie Macandrew appoints new leadership to take the firm forward

Gillespie Macandrews announces the appointment of Gavin Merchant as its new CEO with effect from 1 March 2026.

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28 January 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins

Irritancy and Commercial Leases: When Leases Don’t Do What They Say on the Tin

By John Stirling

An overview of irritancy in commercial leases, examining how legal safeguards and practical considerations can alter outcomes beyond the contract wording.

24 November 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Licensing of short-term lets in Scotland

By Jenny Purdie

With short term lets in Scotland now subject to a licencing scheme, we highlight the requirements and important considerations for future and current hosts.

02 December 2022 | Time to read: 3 mins

Moratorium on evictions and rent freeze introduced

By Conner McConnell

The Tenant Protection Act came into force on 28 October 2022- what does this mean for both tenants and landlords?

28 June 2022 | Time to read: 5 mins

How long do I have to raise legal proceedings?

By Conner McConnell

If you suspect that you have suffered loss as a result of breach, is to take legal advice at the first opportunity.

25 March 2022 | Time to read: 1 min

Gillespie Macandrew celebrates raft of internal promotions

By Robert Graham-Campbell

Leading Scottish law firm, Gillespie Macandrew has announced the promotion of nine lawyers.

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?

31 January 2022 | Time to read: 1 min

Update: Short-term lets legislation passed by Scottish Parliament

Short-term lets legislation passed by Scottish Parliament.

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