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Floating Solar in Scotland: Opportunities, Challenges and Emerging Potential

Floating solar is emerging as a key way to boost renewable energy in Scotland, unlocking clean power on water without competing for land.

Pre-Nuptial Agreements – Not Just for the Rich and Famous

As wedding season approaches, it’s a timely moment to explore how prenups in Scotland provide clarity, fairness and protection for couples.

Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and a further 13 promotions

Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and 13 promotions, strengthening teams across Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.

14 September 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins

Wildlife Crime Law Update

By Cheryl Hogg

With the Wildlife Management and Muirburn Bill currently at Stage 1 in the Scottish Parliament, we look at how trap offences will change if the bill is passed.

14 September 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Agricultural Support Schemes Update

By Fiona Scott

Legal Director Fiona Scott provides an update on support available to rural businesses.

14 September 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew take on the Great Glen Challenge

We were delighted to sponsor and have 2 teams take part in this year's RSABI Great Glen Challenge.

14 September 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins

Abandoned Cars and Caravans – What options do landowners have for removal?

By Leeanne Ballingall

With fly tipping becoming an increased concern for landowners, we highlight some key points to consider should you find vehicles abandoned on your private land.

14 September 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins

Secured Borrowing – important update for farmers and rural businesses

With changes to the law affecting the way in which farm tenants and small businesses borrow money, we set out details of the 'Statutory Pledge'.

14 September 2023 | Time to read: 5 mins

An overview of natural heritage designations

By Jenna Wayth

Jenna Wayth has prepared a brief overview of natural heritage destinations in Scotland.

10 August 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

What can I do if my child does not return home from holiday?

By Sharon Murray

Summer holidays can be an anxious time for separated parents. Sharon Murray provides guidance on if your child does not return from holiday as planned.

19 July 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Vicarious Liability – What Landowners need to know

By Jenny Purdie

Agricultural working can present many risks and dangers. Here we highlight the duties and liabilities of landowners who are employers.

03 July 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Separated Parents: Top tips for a “plane” sailing summer holiday

By Sharon Murray

If you are planning a summer holiday with your child but you are separated from your child’s other parent, there are some things to think about in advance.

29 June 2023 | Time to read: 7 mins

Accounting for suspicion – Challenging an executor and the challenges of being an executor

By Conner McConnell

In progressing an executry, it is not uncommon for conflict to arise between executor and beneficiary, but what remedies are available?

23 June 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

New Finance Opportunities on the Horizon? – Statutory Pledge and the Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023

By Ross MacRae, Thomas Anderson

Ross MacRae and Thomas Anderson discuss the introduction of a new form of security available to lenders, namely the statutory pledge.

13 June 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins

Tax rises – the possibility and implications of a wealth tax

By David Mowlem

As featured in the Scotsman, David Mowlem considers the possibility and implications of a wealth tax.


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