Ownership by Possession: A Brief Summary on Prescriptive Claims
Thanks to sayings such as “possession is nine tenths of the law” it is perhaps not surprising that a lot of people might assume that occupation of land automatically confers...
Information for employers on recent UK unrest
Recent days have seen widespread protests, riots and violence spreading across the UK. Some of this has been racially or religiously aggravated. I felt my heart sink watching the news...
Trustee Disqualifications for the Captain Tom Foundation
This is the third article in our series of articles on the Captain Tom Foundation and the ongoing Charity Commission investigation. Introduction Captain Sir Tom Moore’s daughter Hannah Ingram-Moore and...
Securing the future: succession planning for business owners
It’s never nice to think about the possibility of premature death or long-term incapacity, but anticipating the unexpected is vital for business owners. Without the right planning, unforeseen circumstances can...
Anderson Strathern strengthens construction disputes service with new team
Independent law firm Anderson Strathern has strengthened its construction dispute resolution offering with the addition of a new specialised team, led by newly-appointed partner Michael Collins and director Mary Frances...
Scottish Referrals Network: Discover the intricacies of rural land transactions
Join us on 27 August at 12pm -1pm for our Scottish Referrals Network webinar where our experts Linsey Barclay-Smith and Alice Skillman will provide specialist insight into on avoiding the...
Anderson Strathern senior hires to bolster firm’s strategy for success
Independent law firm Anderson Strathern has reinforced its senior team with the appointment of one partner and a further three directors. The hires strengthen Anderson Strathern’s dispute resolution, rural,...
What should employers do about domestic violence?
According to the National Centre for Domestic Violence, one in five adults will experience domestic abuse – whether that’s physical, sexual, psychological or financial – during their lifetime. Ireland recently...
Handling holiday pay ahead of the Edinburgh Festival: an employer’s guide
With the Edinburgh Festival season fast approaching, employers who hire workers on irregular hours or on a temporary basis should take heed of the potential pitfalls of a recent change...
Freedom of Information in Scotland – vital updates
With digital communications and tools such as WhatsApp firmly part of our daily lives, it’s no wonder that questions around what is, and is not, covered by Freedom of Information...
Navigating the New UK Tipping Rules: A Guide for Employers
On 1 October 2024, new UK-wide legislation on tipping will come into force, significantly altering the landscape for restaurants and other hospitality outlets. These changes mandate that tips must be...
Managers’ Bootcamp 2024
In this one-day management bootcamp, we covered the knowledge and skills needed to handle key issues within your team, including conduct, coaching and improving performance, managing absence, avoiding discrimination, and...
What do the changes in TUPE transfer regulations mean for you?
The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023 comes into effect on 1 July 2024. The UK’s Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (or “TUPE”) provide legal...
Artificial intelligence: The Trade Union Congress (TUC) workplace Bill
In today’s fast-paced work environment, the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) presents a transformative shift in how businesses operate. On the one hand, there are unprecedented opportunities but on...
Winning strategy – the benefits of sports for employee mental health
In the words of Curtis Mayfield, as we ‘Move on Up’ towards the end of the working week it is important for both employers and employees to consider the causal...
Navigating gender dynamics in Education
The landscape of gender identity and its legal implications has undergone significant evolution in recent years, presenting complex challenges for both employers and service providers as they strive to create...
Navigating voluntary severance and restructures
Amid escalating costs pressures and a decline in public funding, educational institutions across Scotland and the UK may be considering operating voluntary severance schemes and restructuring. However, a common misconception...
Land Reform (Scotland) Bill: New provisions for large land holdings
The much-anticipated Land Reform (Scotland) Bill is now upon us and was introduced in the Scottish Parliament on 13 March 2024. Although the Bill covers large land holdings and leasing...
Fines for breaching Right to Work laws tripled on 13 February 2024: Time to know your Right to Work checks
From 13 February 2024 the fines employers can receive if found to have employed an illegal worker tripled from: £15,000 to £45,000 per illegal worker for a first breach £20,000...
Meat versus plant-based diets – who wins in the battle for green food credentials?
Consumer expectations in terms of the food we eat have transformed in recent years. People – especially the younger generation – are more likely to want to know where their...
LDT long continuations: avoid sleepwalking into a 10-year lease extension
November 2024 may be your last chance to review your farm lease for 10 years. Following the agricultural tenancy reforms of 2003, many landlords and tenants in Scotland signed “limited...
New hate crime law: stirring up complexity for employers
In its first week, Scotland’s new Hate Crime Act has prompted hundreds of column inches, demonstrations outside the Scottish Parliament, and over 7,000 filed complaints. The Act consolidates existing hate...
New legal rights for carers: What HR professionals need to know
At a time when more workers than ever before have caring responsibilities let’s break down the Carer’s Leave Regulations 2024 and consider how and why employers should go above and...
Why you need a cyber and data security plan, and how to start it
It’s difficult to miss that there have been several high-profile data breaches recently. Many were caused by cyber-attacks. Some of these organisations have even set up 24-hour helplines to explain...
Adapting to climate change – how momentum builds resilience
A few years ago, I attended a fascinating talk by a speaker from the well-respected James Hutton Institute about Climate Change in the UK. The islands were depicted on a...
Securing the future: succession planning for small businesses
In a post-pandemic world, the resilience of small businesses is being tested like never before. The exceptional challenges brought about by Covid-19 have highlighted the importance of having clear plans...
A guide to the new UK Geographical Indications scheme
The host of an evening dinner party, frantically searching their local grocery store for something unique to serve, might find inspiration in products labelled “Orkney Beef” and “Orkney Scottish Island...
Anderson Strathern announces new charity of the year – Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity
Every year, Anderson Strathern’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee opens a vote for employees to select a new charity to become the focus of our fundraising efforts for the following...
Two new appointments strengthen Anderson Strathern’s presence in the Northern Isles
Independent Scottish law firm Anderson Strathern has confirmed the appointments of a new director and associate, as part of its plans to grow the firm’s market share across the islands...
Scottish Referrals Network: making a difference with mediation
Our qualified mediators, Danielle Stevenson, Jemma Forrest and Dawn Dickson form part of Anderson Strathern’s internal Mediation and Resolution Service. They led a panel discussion on mediation, exploring how mediation...