Public inquiries – is your reputation on the line?
In recent years, the number of public inquiries being established by the UK and Scottish Governments has increased. As a result, more organisations and individuals are impacted by inquiries and may expose themselves to...
The powers of commercial Power of Attorney
Power of Attorney (PoA) is the legal authorisation for an individual to act on behalf of another. Most people have heard of domestic PoA, often appointed when an individual is elderly, disabled or unwell,...
Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme – what do businesses need to know?
In an effort to reduce waste levels in Scotland, the Scottish Government’s much talked-about Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) is scheduled to go live in August 2023.
It will see a 20p deposit imposed on drinks...
The business of divorce: divorcing your business partner
For some married couples, the prospect of owning and running a business together is a dream come true. Unfortunately, not every marriage is built to last, and all of a sudden this dream can...
Group proceedings – what are the risks for Scottish businesses?
A recent report suggests that the number of class actions (or group proceedings as they are referred to in Scotland) raised against UK companies continues to increase.
Over the last year there has been a...
Public appointments in Scotland – roles, responsibilities and risks
During 2020 the process for appointing board members to Scottish public bodies was paused as a result of the pandemic. Statistics for 2021 are not yet available but it seems inevitable that the appointment...
City status signals bright future for Dunfermline
As Dunfermline celebrates its recently bestowed city status, legal firm Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP believes it marks an exciting new chapter.
There is no doubt that being labelled a city is a sought-after accolade...
Merger sees property expert return to Thorntons
Leading Scottish law firm, Thorntons, has strengthened its Dundee conveyancing team by merging with Kim Barclay Solicitors.
Founder Kim began her career at Thorntons, later launching her own successful residential property and will and executry...
Harper Macleod commits to more Modern Apprentices
Law firm Harper Macleod aims to grow its number of Modern Apprentices as it congratulates its latest cohort of successful graduates coming through the programme.
There are currently 32 colleagues who are working towards, or...
Return of the Highlands’ leading business event
After a two year enforced postponement due to the Covid pandemic, Inverness Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of its flagship event in 2022.
The Highland Business Dinner will take place on Friday 20th...