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Scotland World Cup 2026 Bank Holiday: What Employers Need to Know

With Scotland’s World Cup bank holiday confirmed, what are employers’ obligations and do staff have a right to the day off?

Relaunch of the First Homes Fund in Scotland

Scotland’s First Homes Fund is back, offering first-time buyers up to £10,000 support to overcome deposit hurdles and get on the property ladder.

Business Structures to support the Next Generation of Scottish Farmers 

We outline the legal structures available to rural family businesses to support innovation while safeguarding the long-term future of the farm.

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13 June 2024 | Time to read: 13 mins

‘Exceptional Release’ Housing Policy and the Demise of Scotland’s ‘Tilted Balance’

By Sandy Telfer

Sandy Telfer discusses the much anticipated court decision in ‘the Mossend appeal’ and what this means for the Scottish Housebuilding industry.

03 June 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins

What changes after you say: “I do”?

By Sharon Murray

The Wedding season is upon us once again with couples across Scotland ‘tying the knot’ but what legally changes when you say “I do”?

13 May 2024 | Time to read: 5 mins

Immigration changes – The impact on rural businesses

By Fraser Vandal

Fraser Vandal discusses changes to the UK's work visa rules and how these changes will impact rural businesses.

13 May 2024 | Time to read: 5 mins

Long awaited Housing Bill introduced to Scottish Parliament

By Stephen Gamba

The long- awaited Housing (Scotland) Bill was introduced to the Scottish Parliament on 26 March 2024.

30 April 2024 | Time to read: 4 mins

Under-delivery of new homes: planning system a key driver

Monica Cannon discusses the Competition and Market Authority’s market study into housebuilding published February 2024.

05 April 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins

Land Reform (Scotland) Bill introduced March 2024

By Robert Scott-Dempster

An overview of the content in Part 1 & 2 of the Land Reform (Scotland) Bill introduced to Parliament on 13 March 2024.

05 April 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins

Gillespie Macandrew announced as Great Glen 2024 sponsor

By Lois Newton

Gillespie Macandrew is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the RSABI Great Glen Challenge 2024.

05 April 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins

Employment Law Changes – What should you look out for in April 2024?

By Fraser Vandal

Employment Law Changes – What should you look out for in April 2024?

13 March 2024 | Time to read: 2 mins

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.

11 March 2024 | Time to read: 4 mins

Strike Action, but not as we know it

By Fraser Vandal

In February, takeaway drivers at a variety of “gig economy” delivery platforms took part in “strike” action to demand better pay and working conditions.

13 February 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins

Changes in law for Trusters to be aware of in 2024

By Stewart Dunbar

Trusts & Succession Act: what are the changes for Trusters to be aware of before they become law in 2024.

13 February 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins

Love is a Co-Purchase Agreement

By Sharon Murray

This article examines why it is a good idea for any couple to consider a co-purchase agreement before buying a property.

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