Snowed in? What employers should do when the weather outside is frightful
It’s that time of year again – winter! When the weather can be unpredictable and the inevitable panic when the forecast looks like a…
Rockin’ around the Riskmas tree: the Christmas party and tips for employers
The office Christmas party is a festive highlight for many, however, an evening instigated by Noddy Holder’s iconic roar of “IT’S CHRISTMAS…
Tacit Relocation Lives On: Why Getting your Notice to Quit Right is Critical
The Leases (Automatic Continuation etc.) (Scotland) Bill (“the Bill”) promised to modernise an area of law often seen as outdated, overly…
One-year delay to Scottish Building Safety Levy
A charge on new residential developments has been delayed until April 2028.The Scottish Government has just announced that the introduction…
Scotland is going to the World Cup – here's what international players and fans need to know about visas
Scotland have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with an electrifying victory in the final match of their qualifying campaign. The men's…
Employment Rights Bill Series – Bereavement Leave
In this latest article in our series on the Employment Rights Bill, we outline the newly proposed statutory protections for Bereavement…
The changing legal framework around flexible working – what employers need to know
In our latest Employment Rights Bill article, we look at the key changes proposed to flexible working.What is flexible working?Flexible…
Balancing flexibility and fairness with zero-hours contracts
Our latest Employment Rights Bill article, looks at the key changes proposed to zero-hours contracts. What are zero-hours contracts…
Pregnant Workers' Rights
In October 2025, a consultation was launched on enhancing protections for pregnant workers in the Employment Rights Bill. This consultation…
The potential end of fire and rehire?
In this latest article in our series on the Employment Rights Bill, we consider one of the most controversial practices of recent years.In…
Umbrella company reform: What employers need to know
The UK Government is planning to regulate umbrella companies for the first time. These changes could have a significant impact on employers…
Major overhaul of collective redundancy rules proposed in Employment Rights Bill
The UK Government is set to introduce significant changes to collective redundancy laws as part of the forthcoming Employment Rights Bill.…
Consultation on day one unfair dismissals rights
The UK Government has published four consultations relating to the Employment Rights Bill, which seeks to strengthen workers’ rights. If…
Brace for impact: what a tax-raising Budget could mean for asset-holders
With a reported £20 billion black hole to plug, the Chancellor has been clear: the country must pay up, especially those who can shoulder…
New Identity Verification and Filing Requirements under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023
IntroductionThe UK Government is introducing significant corporate transparency reforms under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency…
Relocating with a child? Key Considerations for Parents in Scotland
Relocating with your child whether within the UK or abroad, may be a particularly challenging situation to navigate.Whether you are moving…
Brace for Change: Upcoming Changes to Flexible Working
In 2023, we wrote about the then upcoming change to the law to give employees a day-one right to request for flexible working. Two years…
UKIPO to Abolish Series Trade Mark Applications: What Trade Mark Owners Need to Know
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has confirmed that series trade mark applications will be abolished in the near future. While…
Scots Law vs English Law in Finance: What you need to know
When navigating banking and finance in the UK, understanding the distinctions between Scots law and English law is crucial - especially for…
Secured vs unsecured loans: what borrowers need to know
Whether you're a business owner or an individual seeking funding, understanding the difference between secured and unsecured loans is key.…
First Orders Refused: Lord Lake’s Opinion in Parkin v Ayres Wynd Developments Ltd
In a recent opinion from the Outer House, Lord Lake declined to grant first orders in the winding-up petition of Nicholas Parkin v Ayres…