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Hydrolysis in Scotland: A New Sustainable Option for Funeral Planning

Scotland introduces hydrolysis cremation from 2 March 2026, offering a sustainable new choice for those planning their future funeral wishes.

Why You Need a Co-Purchase Agreement When Buying a Property in 2026

Buying property together in 2026? A Co‑Purchase Agreement sets expectations, safeguards contributions and reduces future uncertainty.

Employment Rights Act 2025: What Employees Need to Know

The Employment Rights Act 2025 brings major reforms from 2026–27. Here we summarise what employees need to know as changes begin to take effect.

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13 June 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Tax rises – the possibility and implications of a wealth tax

By David Mowlem

As featured in the Scotsman, David Mowlem considers the possibility and implications of a wealth tax.

02 June 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew appoints seven newly qualified solicitors

Gillespie Macandrew announces it will retain seven of its trainees as newly qualified (NQ) solicitors, following completion of their two-year legal traineeship.

31 May 2023 | Time to read: 1 min

OnFARM podcast: Ringside at Fife Show

By Sam Conington

Listen to the latest OnFARM podcast recorded ringside at Fife Show 2023, featuring members of the our Land and Rural Business team.

25 May 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

The new ‘no-deposit mortgage’ aimed at renters

By Hannah Gaddie

With first time buyers struggling to get onto the property ladder, we look at the new deposit-free mortgage scheme announced by Skipton Building Society.

18 May 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Gillespie Macandrew to sponsor Great Glen Challenge 2023

By Lois Newton

Gillespie Macandrew is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the RSABI Great Glen Challenge 2023.

04 May 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew bolsters its private client team with key hire

Gillespie Macandrew announces the appointment of private client specialist, David Mowlem to its partnership.

26 April 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

How to choose the right location for your new home

By Caitlin Keegan

Caitlin Keegan breaks down what’s involved in choosing where to buy a property finding the right location for you.

14 April 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins

Civil Partnership or Marriage – What are the legal differences?

By Sharon Murray

We have prepared a helpful factsheet on the legal differences between becoming marital spouses or civil partners.

04 April 2023 | Time to read: 14 mins

Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill introduced to the Scottish Parliament

The Scottish Government recently introduced the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill, Ashley McCann highlights the headline provisions of the Bill.

04 April 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Repairing Standard to be extended to the Rural Sector

By Stephen Gamba

Overview of the recent Repairing Standard guidance published by the Scottish Government.

04 April 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins

Business Property Relief for Woodland Carbon Code and Peatland Code

By John McArthur

With the Government's commitment to Net Zero by 2050, we discuss the business property relief for the Woodland Carbon Code and the Peatland code.

04 April 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins

Overview of the current residential property market and competition for properties

By Paula Arnott

Legal Director, Paula Arnott provides an overview of the current residential property market and the positive competition for properties at all levels.

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