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Farming Workforce Challenges – Recruitment Routes and Visa Changes

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Fraser Vandal

Partner, Dispute Resolution

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

Fraser has extensive experience advising clients – both in private practice and as in-house counsel – on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. His work includes advising on contracts of employment, employee relations, discrimination, redundancy, agricultural sector employment matters, disciplinary and grievance processes, whistleblowing, TUPE, settlement agreements and Employment Tribunal litigation.

Fraser regularly advises both employers and senior employees on negotiated exits.  He also regularly advises on Board and Trustee disputes, working closely with experts in our Corporate and Charities teams.

Relating to business immigration, Fraser supports clients across a wide range of sectors with securing Home Office Sponsor Licences, sponsorship of overseas workers and navigating immigration compliance.  He also advises clients on overseas recruitment options, right to work checks, avoiding discrimination in recruitment, and responses to Home Office civil penalty notices.

Fraser is known for his insightful guidance and practical, solutions‑focused approach, helping clients navigate complex issues with clarity and confidence, tailored to the needs of their sector.

Fraser is a member of the Employment Law Group, the Glasgow Business Club and serves as a Judicial Panel Member for the Scottish Football Association.

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Recent News & Insights by Fraser

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.

20 February 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins

Employment Rights Act 2025: What Employees Need to Know

By Fraser Vandal

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.

08 January 2026 | Time to read: 7 mins

UK Digital ID and Right to Work Compliance: What Employers Need to Know

By Fraser Vandal

Will the UK’s new Digital ID revolutionise right to work checks or simply rebrand existing processes? Explore the impact and what employers need to know.

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