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 ...
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Vaccine Damage Payment Scheme for injuries caused by COVID-19 vaccinations
COVID-19 Vaccinations and Claiming for Damages: What You Need to KnowThe COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to our lives, including the rapid development and distribution of vaccines t...
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) before travelling. This is an extension of the ETA requ...
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 products infected with hepatitis C or HIV. Tragically, over 3,000 p...
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Webinar
Immigration Update
Immigration law and practice are constantly changing, and 2025 is going to be no exception. Keeping on top of changes to the law, Home Office guidance and immigration processes and procedures is vital...
Employment Law Webinar | Disability Discrimination
In this session, Employment Partner Chris Phillips provides an overview of how the Equality Act protects disabled workers and impacts on their employers. This webinar includes recent cases before look...
20 Years of Freedom of Information: What does the future look like?
Freedom of Information in Scotland celebrates its 20th year this year. During this time, this legislation has helped to ensure public authorities are more open, transparent, and accountable to t...
Press Release
Press Release
Thorntons marks one year in Inverness with robust growth
The independently owned legal firm records 60% growth as it builds its team to support significant opportunities in the Highlands and Islands.Independent Scottish law firm Thorntons is celebrating the...
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Annual results showcase strong growth at Thorntons as the full service firm expands across Scotland
Leading full-service independent Scottish law firm Thorntons, has achieved robust growth, with turnover increasing by 16% year on year as it continues to grow its legal services for business and ...
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Macnabs and Thorntons Announce Strategic Merger
Macnabs and national Scottish law firm Thorntons have announced a strategic merger in a deal that unites two of the most prominent firms in Perthshire and Stirlingshire and significantly bolsters lega...