The Equality Act introduces a uniform definition of harassment to all the protected characteristics apart from pregnancy and maternity, and marriage and civil partnership.

It is unlawful under the Equality Act 2010 to discriminate in the workplace because of religion, religious belief, or philosophical belief, or lack of religion or belief.

Scottish business owners face unique estate planning challenges that require careful consideration and strategic preparation. Understanding the intricacies of succession planning, tax implications, and asset protection is essential for preserving wealth and ensuring smooth business transitions across generations.

It has been reported that Russell Crowe is to commemorate the end of his marriage to Danielle Spencer by auctioning 227 of their possessions, including two life size prop horses used in the film ‘Gladiator'...

In Manson v Henry Robb Ltd [2017] CSOH 126 the Court made awards under s4(3) of the Damages (Scotland) Act 2011.

In this recent Glasgow Sheriff Court decision of Joanna Cox v Optimax Clinics Limited & Others [2026] SC GLA 43, the court considered whether a claim for damages following LASIK...

Land value capture is a hot topic at the moment with politicians and policy makers increasingly looking to alternative mechanisms of land value capture ...

Understanding the complexities of inheritance tax on trusts can be challenging for practitioners navigating Scottish private client law. This practical guide demystifies the 10-year anniversary charge, providing essential insights into calculation methods, exemptions, and strategic planning considerations that trustees and advisors need to master.

On 26 June 2018 the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill received Royal Assent. The European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 provides a legal framework for the UK

On 12 July 2018, the UK Government published its long-awaited White Paper on "The Future Relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union", which the foreword ...

In a recent case, the Supreme Court reached a different decision and upheld the enforceability of these types of clauses.

It was recently reported that Mr Villiers has filed an application to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court.

The new special administration regime for private registered providers introduced by the Housing and Planning Act 2016 was brought into force in England and Wales in July 2018. Should we be seeking to introduce an equivalent regime for Scotland?

September 2015 saw the greatest restructuring of the civil justice system in Scotland for a generation.

The planning application for development of a golf course at Coul Links, Embo has been called-in by the Scottish Ministers.

On 12 July 2018 the UK Government published its long-awaited White Paper on "The Future Relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union"...

In November 2017 we blogged about the possibility that the IR35 rules introduced for the public sector last year would be extended to the private sector.

The Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) has recently published an online survey to gather information about people's views of inheritance tax.

On 12 July 2018, the UK Government published its long-awaited White Paper on "The Future Relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union", and a week later another White Paper on ...

In April 2018, two black men entered a Starbucks store in Philadelphia and asked to use the bathroom. An employee informed them that this was a customer only service ...