Buying a pharmacy in Scotland. Five legal tips every buyer should know
Buying a pharmacy in Scotland can be an exciting step for any pharmacist. It can also be a complex legal process. Unlike buying a standard…
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Rates Revaluation 2026 in Scotland. Can I reduce my rates bill?
From 1 April 2026, the latest Valuation Roll, for non-domestic/business properties across Scotland will be accessible on the Scottish…
Termination in construction contracts isn’t leverage
In construction contracts, many people assume that well-crafted termination clauses will fully protect them from commercial risk. A UK…
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…
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.…
Pizza (S)Hut… but half the pie rescued out of Administration
Pizza fans across the UK may have been shocked by the news on 20 October that 68 Pizza Hut restaurants and 11 delivery sites are to close…
Starting Strong: The Legal Foundations Every Wellness Business Needs
Embarking on the journey of starting a wellness business is exciting – think calm studios, happy clients and a brand full of good vibes.…
Seizing the Surge: A Buyer’s Guide to Hotel Acquisition in Scotland
Hotel transaction volumes in Scotland have reached £431million as investors surge to the central belt, with 58% of hotel transactions…
Dental Practice Incorporation
We are often contacted by dental clients who have taken the decision to change the legal structure of their practice from that of sole…
Restoring a Company to the Register
When a company is dissolved and struck off the Companies House register, it is sometimes necessary to apply for its restoration. It’s more…
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…
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…
Dental Partnerships and Shareholder Agreements
Many practices have more than one principal, either through a Limited Company, Partnership or Expense Sharing Arrangement. Where that is…
The Budget 2024 – Updates to Employee Ownership Trusts (EOT)
With the passing of the Budget on 30 October 2024, there have been some changes to the regime governing EOTs – some of which reflect…
Building cyber resilience for businesses in 2024
The BBC series “Nightsleeper” has attracted mixed reviews. As a previously regular traveller on the Glasgow-London sleeper, I couldn’…
How Superdry’s restructure could reshape retail leasing
Following the woes of The Body Shop and Ted Baker chains, leisure wear specialist Superdry is now set to proceed with a restructuring plan…
Thorntons appointed by Sanctuary
Leading full-service law firm Thorntons has been appointed to the legal panel of one of the UK’s largest providers of social housing.The…
What the new Procurement Act means for public bodies and suppliers
It is now just over six months since the Procurement Act 2023 received Royal Assent. Last month, the UK Government announced that it…
Dentists | Selling your Practice Limited Company
Practices can take a number of forms, from sole traders to partnerships. However, for a number of years, it has been possible to structure…
It Takes a Village to Build a Business
For many, entrepreneurialism is one of life’s great challenges and rewards. However, this excitingly arduous journey of successes and…