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Community Rights to Buy – The options explained

Fiona Scott, Legal Director outlines the various rights available to communities to purchase land in Scotland.  

Compulsory purchase in Scotland – reform on the horizon?

Ruth Thomson, Senior Solicitor, details the current system for Compulsory Purchase Orders and considers the changes that may be put in place with this reform.  

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05 January 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

Building pressure for working parents to be placed on furlough

By Fiona Cameron

The closure of schools as a result of the latest lockdown announcement has led to pressure for working parents to be placed on furlough under the CJRS.

03 December 2020 | Time to read: 2 mins

Traineeships: Interview Format

By Lynda Linden

If you've been selected for interview for a traineeship at Gillespie Macandrew here is some guidance.

03 December 2020 | Time to read: 2 mins

Traineeships: Tips for your application form

By Lynda Linden

If you're applying for a traineeship at Gillespie Macandrew here are some tips for the completion of your application.

02 December 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins

Proposed changes to Scottish Planning Policy – Sustainable Development

By Colin Hamilton

A consultation on proposed amendments to parts of the Scottish Planning Policy that would remove a presumption in favour of sustainable development.

15 October 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins

Right to roam vs right to privacy

With people urged to stay at home, the right to privacy saw a revived importance in our new way of life.

15 October 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins

Tax implications for the UK post-Covid – Rural Update

By John McArthur

As a country we have become used to relatively low rates of taxation, but it appears now that current tax rates will be increased, at least for a period.

30 September 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins

Cladding creates risk for family lawyers

By Sharon Murray

Since the Grenfell tragedy family lawyers should be alive to cladding problems this could cause in the context of separation.

31 August 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins

My Journey to Law

By Kirsten Holmes

My journey to law - Kirsten Holmes discusses her journey in her Law career

08 July 2020 | Time to read: 1 min

Podcast: As the property market re-opens, we can help you make your next move safely

By Gillian Wright

We understand that many of you want to move forward with a sale or purchase but will be concerned about the processes.

06 July 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins

Why everyone should have a power of attorney

By Agnes Mallon

Take the necessary steps to ensure that your best interests are placed in the hands of the people you trust most.

12 June 2020 | Time to read: 1 min

Powers of Attorney Podcast

By Katie Brown

Talking you through what they are and why they should be considered.

18 May 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins

Living Together as an Unmarried Couple

By Sharon Murray

Cohabitation: increasing awareness of the current regime to ensure couples are aware of the risks it presents.

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