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Our lawyers are immersed in the industries and sectors in which they operate. Keep abreast of the changing legal landscape with insights from our expert lawyers.

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Publications available on this website provide general information only and do not constitute legal advice. See Legal Notices for further information.

  • 08.Nov.2021
    Why a sponsor licence can help your business combat labour shortages

    John Vassiliou provides guidance to employers looking to obtain a sponsor licence to hire foreign staff.

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  • 04.Nov.2021
    Why Edinburgh’s planning policies will increase house prices

    Have you ever wondered why property prices in Edinburgh are so high? Caroline McGregor, a solicitor in our planning and environment group, explains the relationship between the property market and planning policy. 

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  • 02.Nov.2021
    Beavers remain in firing line despite decision to revoke killing licences

    Hamish Lean shares the latest updates from a court challenge by rewilding charity Trees for Life against NatureScot, challenging the issue of licences to kill beavers.

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  • 02.Nov.2021
    Managing speculative claims following a data breach

    Businesses are increasingly being forced to manage significant financial claims as a result of relatively minor data breaches. A recent High Court decision confirms that awards for trivial claims will not only be refused, but may result in adverse costs orders.

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  • 31.Oct.2021
    Key climate crisis asks for world leaders at COP26

    More than 100 global leaders will come together at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow. Here, our clean energy specialists identify a number of key commitments they expect from world leaders during this crucial conference.

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  • 28.Oct.2021
    The slow march of good faith: Van Oord UK Ltd v Dragados UK Ltd

    Iain Drummond considers the recent case of Van Oord UK Ltd v Dragados UK Ltd and its ramifications for good faith in contractual interpretation.

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  • 26.Oct.2021
    Licensing Scotland: short-term letting updates for operators

    Short-term letting operators should prepare for potential licensing law changes that are currently undergoing consultation. Kevin Clancy, Partner and licensing specialist in our commercial disputes team, explains how the proposed changes could impact short-term lets.

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  • 26.Oct.2021
    HSE prosecutes contractor due to health and safety breaches during COVID-19 “spot check”

    Kevin Clancy and Iain Drummond consider the recent HSE prosecution and what it means for the construction sector.

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  • 20.Oct.2021
    Liquidated damages and partial possession

    Iain Drummond considers the facts and implications of the recent construction case Eco World - Ballymore Embassy Gardens Company Ltd v Dobler UK Ltd.

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  • 19.Oct.2021
    Making the shift towards ethical banking

    Peter Alderdice discusses the changing peceptions towards the banking sector and analyses its performance during the economic downturn triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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