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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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27 January 2021 | Time to read: 4 mins

Employment Law 2021 – Look Ahead

By Fiona Cameron

A summary of the key employment law matters to look out for in 2021.

21 January 2021 | Time to read: 1 min

Gillespie Macandrew advises on over £205m of new build plot sales

Our housebuilder team completed new build plot sales worth over £205m in 2020. 

20 January 2021 | Time to read: 1 min

Cross Border Charities

Charity law is not consistent throughout the United Kingdom and there are different regulating bodies and legislation governing the various jurisdictions.

19 January 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins

Exhibition at Edinburgh’s OpenEye Gallery: displaying the unique art collection of the late W Gordon and Jay Gordon Smith

Exhibition at Edinburgh’s OpenEye Gallery: displaying the unique art collection of the late W Gordon and Jay Gordon Smith

18 January 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

10 Reasons For Having A Will

By Agnes Mallon

Here are 10 reasons why you should have a Will.

18 January 2021 | Time to read: 9 mins

Land Reform Update

Land and Rural Business Partner, Mike Blair discusses a 25 year perspective of Land Reform.

07 January 2021 | Time to read: 4 mins

Succession Planning & Tax in the COVID Era

By Agnes Mallon

An interview with Agnes Mallon for Lawyer Monthly. Agnes discusses how the pandemic has impacted contentious issues she often deals with.

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.

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