Government’s plans for employment law
By Samer Cheaitou, Solicitor
As you will no doubt be aware, the UK went to the polls on 4 July 2024, electing the first Labour Government in 14 years with a landslide majority of 174...
Who is liable for ordinary and extraordinary repairs on a rented commercial property?
When setting up a business, the overwhelming majority of entrepreneurs opt to rent, rather than buy a commerical premises. While owning gives a large degree of control, it can be a big step in...
Bilfinger Backs Balmoral’s New Race
Bilfinger partners with Run Balmoral to host the 2025 Bilfinger 6 Mile Trail Race - a new feature at next year’s running festival.
This exciting addition replaces the previously held duathlon, responding to participants’ preference...
Recognition of Prior Learning for Employers
What is the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process that allows individuals to receive recognition for skills and knowledge they've acquired through work experience, life
experiences, or informal training....
Whistleblowing: when is a disclosure a protected qualifying disclosure for the purposes of...
There are a number of conditions which must be satisfied before a communication will be considered a qualifying and protected disclosure for the purposes of the whistleblowing provisions of the Employment Rights Act 1996...
Can a landlord stop someone from working from home?
The increase in remote working has fundamentally altered how people use their homes, with many dining rooms and spare bedrooms now doubling up as offices. Indeed, according to recruitment agency Hays, around 39% of...
How Scottish businesses are rethinking the commute
Businesses throughout Scotland are leading the way in reducing commuter emissions, thanks to the free support available from Travelknowhow Scotland to encourage more active and sustainable travel choices.
Rethinking the commute and other travel in...
New support from Scottish Enterprise offers businesses a step on the ladder to growth
Scottish Enterprise is launching a new support programme for businesses ready to undertake capital investment but looking to develop leaders, change business processes as well as improve digital systems to maximise impact.
Workplace Transformation Support will...
Making significant strides in Scotland
Gordon Wilson, Operations Director for Scotland and Ireland, has led EiB’s capable Edinburgh-based team to make significant strides in the Scottish work-winning landscape over the past five years, securing projects and clients with a...
Free tool to help employers recruit effectively – Know Your SCQF Level
Are you an employer looking for the right people to help your organisation not just survive, but thrive?
The qualifications landscape and job market are constantly changing, with some sectors struggling whilst others flourish. In...