What the Immigration White Paper really means for Scotland’s care sector
“Those of us who have the luck to enjoy good health forget about this vast parallel universe of the unwell – their daily miseries, their…
What Scotland's EPC changes mean for non-domestic properties?
In 2023, the Scottish Government launched its Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) reform consultation. Following responses received to the…
Will AI replace your lawyers?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has quickly become a transformative force in the workplace, revolutionising industries from healthcare and…
Supreme Court ruling in For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers
There has been much discussion and controversy surrounding the recent decision of the Supreme Court (“Court”) in the case of For Women…
Dental practice premises in a sale or purchase – building the right foundations…
In the majority of dental practice sales or purchases, the primary focus from the outset is on the goodwill and assets, with only a side…
Update: European citizens require an ETA to visit the UK from 2 April 2025
From 2 April, European citizens who are visiting or transiting landside through the UK must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA…
Blood is Thicker than Water - The Infected Blood Scandal: Compensation and Legal Support
Between 1970 and the early 1990s, over 30,000 NHS patients were given blood transfusions or treatments made using contaminated blood…
Protecting Your Assets: The Vital Role of Prenuptial Agreements in Divorce
In a recent High Court decision, Mr Justice Francis told a husband to learn to cook as he dismissed a claim for a divorce settlement of £2.…
Dental Practices – Getting onto the Practice Ladder
Many dentists aspire to own their own practice. It isn’t of course for everyone, there are risks in being a practice owner, but if run…
Putting the Children's Needs First
March 21st is Single Parents Day in the UK. Supported by a number of organisations which support single parent families and designed to…
Late diagnosis, misdiagnosis and undiagnosed medical claims
The BBC recently reported that around 755,000 women’s health appointments are waiting to happen in the UK, with the waitlist for ‘‘…
The proposed changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BRP) for Inheritance Tax
The recent proposals announced in the Autumn Budget 2024 regarding Inheritance Tax (IHT) could have significant implications for farmers,…
Upper Tribunal provide key insights on telecom lease renewal and termination of a code agreement.
Landowners with phone masts on their land often ask about network operators trying to impose new, less favorable lease terms, or whether…
Buying a Pharmacy: Sponsored workers and business purchases
Buying a dental practice can be complex, especially when the practice you are buying holds a sponsor licence. Sponsor licences allow…
Navigating inconsistencies in title deeds with the Tenement Management Scheme
In June 2024, the Scotland Census 2022 reported that almost one third of households in Scotland were living in tenement buildings. Most…
Understanding the Scottish Property System as a First-Time Buyer
Purchasing your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming especially when navigating the legal and financial…
Top Three Tips to Ace Your Global Talent Visa Application with Tech Nation in 2025
Global Talent Visa is one of UK’s most prestigious visa routes. It is a golden opportunity for exceptional tech professionals, founders,…
Compulsory Mediation: A Scottish Perspective
Mediation, as a means of resolving disputes, has been gaining significant traction across various jurisdictions in recent years. In England…
Autumn Budget 2024: Changes to pension taxation to affect individuals and business owners
There was significant speculation about last year’s Budget, the first from a Labour Government in fifteen years. Changes to the taxation of…
Civil Penalty Notices: Advice for challenging or objecting to a fine for illegal workers
January 2025 saw a record number of Home Office raids on businesses, including restaurants, nail bars, car washes and warehouses. With…
Trade-marking a slogan – when does it work and when does it fail?
A trade mark is a sign which is used by a business to differentiate its products or services from those of its competitors. Whilst the most…