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How Can Farmers Prevent Accidents and Protect Their Business?

Agriculture remains one of Britain's highest-risk industries. Discover key legal responsibilities and practical measures to help prevent accidents.

Employee Monitoring: The Law Must Keep Up with Developing Technology

One third of UK employers use some form of software to monitor staff. But how far can employers go before privacy is compromised?

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24 July 2026 | Time to read: 2 mins

Free Legal Advice for NFU Scotland Members

By Sam Conington

A simple phone call can prevent costly mistakes, answer pressing questions and provide peace of mind when it matters most.

23 July 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

How Can Farmers Prevent Accidents and Protect Their Business?

By Shannon Houston

Agriculture remains one of Britain's highest-risk industries. Discover key legal responsibilities and practical measures to help prevent accidents.

20 July 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

Employee Monitoring: The Law Must Keep Up with Developing Technology

By Fraser Vandal

One third of UK employers use some form of software to monitor staff. But how far can employers go before privacy is compromised?

18 June 2026 | Time to read: 4 mins

Renewable Energy Developments on Croft Land offers opportunities for Rural Scotland

By Amy McDowell, Ross Baron

We discuss renewable energy developments on croft land, navigating crofting law and engaging communities to unlock economic and environmental benefits.

Fraser Vandal

Partner, Dispute Resolution

Fraser is a Partner in our Dispute Resolution team, specialising in both Employment and Business Immigration matters.

He has extensive experience advising clients – both in private practice and as in-house counsel – on the full range of contentious and non-contentious employment issues.  He regularly advises on matters relating to Employment Tribunal litigation, discipline and grievance, protection of employment rights, discrimination, collective redundancy, contracts of employment and negotiated exits.

His business immigration experience includes securing Home Office Sponsor Licences for clients across a variety of sectors; as well as advising on immigration compliance matters, sponsorship of Skilled Workers, recruitment of foreign nationals and right to work issues.

Fraser also sits as a Judicial Panel Member for the Scottish Football Association.

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Recent News & Insights by Fraser

20 July 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

Employee Monitoring: The Law Must Keep Up with Developing Technology

By Fraser Vandal

One third of UK employers use some form of software to monitor staff. But how far can employers go before privacy is compromised?

09 June 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins

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

By Fraser Vandal

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

12 May 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins

Farming Workforce Challenges – Recruitment Routes and Visa Changes

By Fraser Vandal

The UK’s sheep‑shearing visa concession will end in 2026, creating fresh workforce challenges for farmers. We summarise what to expect and what to plan for.

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.

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