On 2 September 2021 the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) fined WhatsApp €225 million for failing to comply with its data processing obligations...

Morton Club Together is a community-owned, volunteer-run organisation that aims to ensure Greenock Morton football club is run in a sustainable way.

Shepherd and Wedderburn is delighted to have advised our client Parsley Box on its IPO as it has today been admitted to London's Alternative Investment Market, marking a momentous milestone in the company's rapid expansion.

An amendment paper to the Employment Rights Bill proposes extending tribunal claim limits, defining probation periods, capping dismissal awards, and addressing menstrual health in equality planning.

On 31 March 2021 Shepherd and Wedderburn hosts its first in a series of virtual events looking at the UK Government's Energy White Paper, which sets out a series of historic, cross-sector...

Many farming businesses are operated in partnership amongst family members or family-owned entities. The dynamic of a partnership can change over time with partners being assumed...

Most farms, farming businesses and landed estates are still largely owned and run by families, family trusts or family businesses.

Sam Clarke has joined Shepherd and Wedderburn as a Partner in the real estate finance group. Sam brings over 16 years' experience advising financial institutions, developers...

Our expert rural team keeps up to date on alterations to the law in this specialist area – and that includes the ongoing changes to government support for farming businesses.

The first ScotWind leasing awards were granted by Crown Estate Scotland in 2022 - 20 offshore wind projects, with a combined 27.6GW of capacity, was a fantastic economic and environmental...

Probably the most important step in getting buy-out ready is to assess the quality of the scheme's membership data, from the perspective of a potential insurer, and to address any data gaps.

The parties to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) have agreed to formally commence an accession process with the UK.

Shepherd and Wedderburn would like to say thank you to our clients for providing valued and insightful feedback to Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide...

Esports are growing in popularity and have already become a central feature of the entertainment landscape

This month the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) and the Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP) released new guidance for advertisements used to promote in-game purchases.

2023 has seen a number of significant developments in privacy law and as we look towards 2024 there are number of further developments on the horizon.

Contract Farming arrangements have grown in popularity in recent years reflecting the needs of the agricultural industry.

The laws and regulations relating to crofting in Scotland are unique and evolving. If you need specialist guidance from experienced advisors we are here to help. The firm's rural team regularly...

Looking to ensure a prosperous future for your rural business and diversify your offering? We have extensive experience in advising clients on a broad range of rural diversification projects including...

If you need specialist legal advice on sporting rights within agricultural or rural property that's backed by real-world commercial experience, you're in safe hands with us.