Insight

Stuart Patrick, chief executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, reflects on the recommendations made by the British Chambers of Commerce in a report on the UK's Trade and Cooperation Agreement with the EU and discusses the potential impact of the Scottish Government's legislation on the business com

Mike Begg, managing director of Beat the Banks, discusses the lack of quality advice when it comes to pension transfers. It’s now an established fact that thousands upon thousands of pension holders have been mis-advised to transfer their final salary pensions elsewhere.

Michael Reid, managing partner, Meston Reid & Co, offers advice for individuals looking to liquidate their company. One reads plenty media comment about an increase in both corporate and personal financial failure due to various factors and certainly, although there is some government assistance

Energy companies are having to keep on top of often complex employment rules and regulations if their offshore rig crews feature personnel from overseas. It’s a particular issue if they were used to hiring European nationals pre-Brexit and are therefore unfamiliar with the sponsorship routes,

Martin Bell of BDO looks at what the Scottish Budget might have in store. After a rollercoaster few months of fiscal statements, businesses and individuals will be looking closely at what’s to come in the Scottish Budget this week.

Taxation expert Ross Stupart gives insight into what high earners may expect from the Scottish Government's forthcoming budget — expected on 15 December. As the UK Government reduces the threshold for the 45% income tax rate to £125,140 (from £150,000) there’s a reasonab

Scott Hutchinson, a relationship manager at Unity Trust Bank, discusses the state of the healthcare sector and its challenges. The challenges facing the healthcare sector are rarely out of the news, but behind the headlines are many encouraging stories of practitioners and businesses investing in th

Family law expert Tom Quail discusses the new guidance for cohabiting couples in Scotland which will entitle partners to financial support in the event of separation. The recommendations made by the Scottish Law Commission in its latest report will simplify the law while offering a broader range of

Employment law specialist Catriona Aldridge discusses how environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) can help employers with recruitment and reduce turnover. At a time of labour shortages and rising wage demands, implementing workforce ESG strategies can make an employer stand out to pros

Malcolm Morrison discusses the benefits and drawbacks of conducting business in the Highlands, and what can be done to overcome the problems of distance-to-market. Highland Region is one of the most beautiful places in Europe, with a wild, majestic grandeur and, at 10,085 square miles, it is ea

A new duty is being proposed in Scotland that would require employers to pay for transport home for staff working late night shifts, writes Audrey Ferrie. Scottish Greens MSP Maggie Chapman is working with Unite Hospitality and others to prepare a members’ bill which would require compani

Richard Hepburn, managing director at Millar & Bryce and Landmark Scotland, discusses the state of the Scottish property market. At Millar & Bryce we have witnessed increasingly regular changes to the Scottish property market, and none more so than a reduction in home completions since the r

In a five part series for Scottish Financial News this week, BTO partner Cat MacLean tells the story of an epic legal battle with the Clydesdale Bank. She explains the reality of litigating against a huge opponent with bottomless pockets, the cost and funding of litigation and the need to find

David Hossack gives insight into the role mediation will play in the developing economic climate. For a business in the throes of a commercial dispute, the financial strain of legal action is bound to weigh heavy, and so where possible, most will want to avoid a dispute ending in litigation.

In a five part series for Scottish Financial News this week, BTO partner Cat MacLean tells the story of an epic legal battle with the Clydesdale Bank. She explains the reality of litigating against a huge opponent with bottomless pockets, the cost and funding of litigation and the need to find