The Autumn Budget 2024 – Changes to inheritance tax for rural land and business owners
Rural land and business owners have long relied on generous inheritance tax (IHT) reliefs to help them successfully implement their succession plans. Using agricultural property relief (APR) and business property...
The importance of community transport initiatives in rural Scotland
Good transport networks in rural areas are essential for both the health of the local economy and the vibrancy of local communities. Whether it is ensuring access to vital goods...
Trustees’ Week – your quick guide to charity trustee duties
It’s a difficult and tumultuous time in the UK and many organisations will be facing the squeeze, particularly in the third sector. Many charitable organisations will still be dealing with...
Club HR: The Employment Rights Bill
The long-awaited Employment Rights Bill has officially been published, marking the beginning of what promises to be a transformative era in UK employment law. But what does this mean for...
Rural Crime – a grim reality but there are positive steps you can take
Recent figures from NFU have revealed that the cost of Rural Crime in Scotland increased by approximately 35% in 2023 compared to the previous year; with rural crime costing the...
KLTR’s OPTS: Six months on
1 September 2024 marked 6 months from the launch of The King’s and Lord Treasurer’s Remembrancer (KLTR) innovative Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme (OPTS), and so we thought it would be...
The Employment Rights Bill: Labour’s vision & what we can expect
The Employment Rights Bill marks a significant moment in UK employment law, signalling widespread reforms over the coming years. Following the introduction of the Bill, much of the commentary has...
The Employment Rights Bill is here – what you need to know
The long-awaited Employment Rights Bill has officially been published, marking the beginning of what promises to be a transformative era in UK employment law. But what does this mean for...
Navigating the UK’s ‘Partner Visa’ scheme – and how WhatsApp can help unmarried partners
While moviemakers have delighted in telling stories about international love affairs, the hard truth is that anyone wishing to move to the UK to be with their loved one initially...
Work hard, laugh harder: Key strategies from International Week of Happiness at Work
In today’s fast-paced world, happiness at work is an essential factor in driving both personal fulfilment and business success. Research shows that happier employees are more engaged, healthier, and productive....
Employment Law Updates
Employment law is on the cusp of significant change which will affect all employers– from the introduction of the new Employment Rights Bill, said to amount to the “biggest upgrade...
Next Generation HR: Pizza, Prosecco & Top Tips for Handling Grievances
There are various challenges in handling workplace grievances which are particularly important if you work in HR or in people management. Join us at our Glasgow office on 29 October...
WorkWell– a Healthier, Happier Workforce or a Pain for Employers? 5 Things Employers Need to Know
Starting in October, WorkWell pilots across England will help employees with health conditions stay in or return to work. The £64 million initiative aims to support 59,000 people and ties...
Five key health and safety risks in the licensed trade – addressing the pitfalls to avoid brand reputational damage!
Health and safety risks may sound trivial but logging the potential risks at your workplace(s) and demonstrating the correct protocols are in place can be crucial if an accident does...
Hotel Acquisitions: share or asset deal for a buyer?
Acquiring a hotel business can prove to be a fruitful investment, but is it beneficial for a buyer to proceed with a share purchase or an asset purchase? This depends...
When two become one: the risks and opportunities of brand collaborations
Brand collaborations have become a popular method of marketing and brand promotion. These alliances between brands are more than just a trend; they’re a powerful tool for innovation across the...
The Rise in Data Breaches and Cyber-Attacks in the Retail Sector
Nearly every day we read about another high-profile business, government body or charity that’s suffered a data breach. Many were caused by cyber-attacks. Some of these criminal organisations have even...
Land and Buildings Transaction Tax: Key Considerations for Commercial Tenants
Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (“LBTT”) is a tax affecting property transactions, which will generally apply to commercial tenants at the commencement of a lease. Tenants should also be aware...
Anderson Strathern Reinforces Senior Team with Partner and Director Appointments
Eight promotions set to boost firm’s success for 2024/25 Anderson Strathern has announced the promotion of five new partners and three directors, which will strengthen the independent law firm’s services...
Reducing the Cost of Workplace Conflict
A new Act comes into force in October this year, placing duties on employers to take ‘reasonable steps’ to protect employees from sexual harassment. According to ACAS, workplace conflict costs...
The Post-Investigation Period for Employers
It is one thing to have an understanding of the steps involved in conducting an investigation, but an aspect which often goes without much consideration is what happens afterwards, specifically...
Club HR: New Employer Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment
Join us for our next Club HR, where we’ll share a comprehensive review of the new employer duties coming into effect in October to help prevent sexual harassment in the...
Anderson Strathern commits to Northern Isles, creating new jobs
Independent Scottish law firm Anderson Strathern is set to establish a permanent presence in Kirkwall as of 22 August 2024, within the Orkney town’s historic ‘Old Library’. The expansion follows...
Japanese Knotweed: two new cases
Japanese Knotweed (“knotweed”) is an invasive plant which is not native to Scotland. It can cause damage to structures and can grow very quickly. Although these characteristics are not limited...
Why Charities are Turning to Mediation for Dispute Resolution
We know how challenging it is to manage a busy charity in this modern world of work. With ever diminishing resources in the public sector our society is becoming more...
Charities Employment Law Updates
Employment law is on the cusp of significant change which will affect all employers, including charities – from the introduction of the new Employment Rights Bill, said to amount to...
Major employment law changes ahead
With the new Labour Government, we are about to witness the biggest shake up of employee rights that we have seen in a decade. Here we provide a summary of...
Rural homes planning in Scotland – where are we now?
Following the outcome of the July general election, planning emerged as a key policy issue for the new UK government. Within its first couple of days of power, Labour signalled...
BRP cards, eVisas and Right to Work checks: eVisa creation open to all BRP holders from 6 August 2024
As most employers will be aware, for many years the latest expiry date on a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) card has (confusingly) been 31 December 2024, even if the visa...
The Law of the Foreshore: what is it and why should I care?
You may never have heard of the law relating to the foreshore but it can be very important and as the title suggests, the aim of this article is to...