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Floating solar is emerging as a key way to boost renewable energy in Scotland, unlocking clean power on water without competing for land.

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Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and a further 13 promotions

Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and 13 promotions, strengthening teams across Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.

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10 April 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Floating Solar in Scotland: Opportunities, Challenges and Emerging Potential

By Alexandra Irwin, Simon Williams

Floating solar is emerging as a key way to boost renewable energy in Scotland, unlocking clean power on water without competing for land.

07 April 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Pre-Nuptial Agreements – Not Just for the Rich and Famous

By Stephen Grant

As wedding season approaches, it’s a timely moment to explore how prenups in Scotland provide clarity, fairness and protection for couples.

16 March 2026 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and a further 13 promotions

By Gavin Merchant, Caitlin Keegan, Fraser Vandal

Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and 13 promotions, strengthening teams across Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.

06 March 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins

Decarbonising the Scottish Highlands: A New Era of Community-Led Energy Projects

By Jack Cuthbertson

The Scottish Highlands are leading a new era of community-driven renewable energy, from solar and hydrogen to EV infrastructure.

Beth Hancock

Senior Solicitor, Commercial Property

Beth is a senior solicitor in our Commercial Property team and handles a range of commercial property matters. Beth deals with commercial acquisitions and sales as well as leasing and lease management, having experience acting for both landlord and tenant clients. Beth also works on real estate finance matters on behalf of both borrowers and lenders.

Beth joined Gillespie Macandrew as a Trainee Solicitor in 2021 after completing her LLB at the University of Dundee and Diploma in Professional Legal Practice at the University of Edinburgh. Throughout her career so far, Beth has developed a keen interest in working within the fast-paced environment of the firm’s property teams and gained experience in the Residential Property, Land and Rural Business and Commercial Property departments.

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05 December 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins

Owners Beware: Changes to Empty Property Relief for Non-domestic Properties in Edinburgh

By Beth Hancock

With changes being made to the Empty Property Relief in Edinburgh, we highlight impact this will have on those who own empty non-domestic properties.

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