News 25 April 2016
A good first decade for Dundee’s OSCR
In the UK press, positive coverage of charities has been scarce recently. But north of the border, the story is brighter, and one reason for that can ...
News 11 April 2016
Mental Welfare Commission calls for a major reform of the Adult’s with Incapacity Act
It is widely acknowledged that The Adult’s with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 is in need of updating to improve the 16 year old system which is now s...
News 5 April 2016
Latest promotions emphasise our continuing growth
We are delighted to announce three partner promotions - Nina Taylor (Family Law), Kate Wyatt (Employment Law) and Sandy Lamb (Private client), taking...
News 1 April 2016
Is your business ready for the new National Living Wage?
As of today (1 April 2016) the mandatory National Living Wage takes effect in the UK. It is set at £7.20 an hour for workers aged 25 and above, 50p hi...
News 25 March 2016
Delighted with double success at legal awards
The prestigious awards presentation to the winners of the Scott & Co Scottish Legal Awards brought success for our unique community volunteering initi...
News 22 March 2016
What’s the advice for employers following the latest EAT decision on holiday pay?
The EAT in British Gas v Lock [2015] has confirmed that commission payments must be included when calculating holiday pay, with no amendment required ...
Insights 18 March 2016
How do you split a field four ways?
Under proposed new Scottish succession laws, it may no longer be possible to pass on a farm or estate intact. What can farmers or landowners do?
Insights 16 March 2016
New guidance on avoiding unlawful discrimination in adverts
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued guidance on avoiding discrimination under the Equality Act 2010 in job adverts.
Insights 11 March 2016
Restructuring could be the route to survival for charities
As the public sector in Scotland grapples with financial pressures, the third sector must face the prospect of reduced funding and budgets. To maintai...
