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Euan Cluness: New security fit for business
Published 11 months ago
Many would acknowledge that Scots law in relation to security over moveables has been behind the curve for some considerable time and that businesses based in or conducting business in Scotland have been disadvantaged as a result, writes Euan Cluness.
Read on www.scottishlegal.com →
Jo Armstrong: Importance of CFOs in Scotland’s public sector
Published 11 months ago
As Scotland’s councils are increasingly faced with tough budget decisions, the role of the chief financial officer (CFO) is critical in ensuring financial sustainability and stability in local government, writes Jo Armstrong – chair of Audit Scotland’s Accounts Commission.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Zander Muego: Why a more considered approach is key to decarbonising UK housing
Published 11 months ago
Zander Muego discusses the complexities of decarbonising the UK’s existing housing stock, particularly social housing, in the pursuit of net zero targets while addressing fuel poverty and ensuring wider community benefits.
Read on www.scottishconstructionnow.com →
Paul Hilton: Can the new Labour government help fix Scotland’s housing emergency?
Published 11 months ago
CEO of Scottish property portal ESPC, Paul Hilton, shares his thoughts on how the new UK government could help to bring about much-needed change in Scotland’s housing.
Read on www.scottishconstructionnow.com →
Caitlin Armstrong: What can B2B businesses in Scotland learn from the fashion industry?
Published 11 months ago
Caitlin Armstrong takes a look at what B2B businesses can learn from the fashion industry.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Kirsty Gallacher: Short-term lets reform not radical enough
Published 11 months ago
The Scottish government is seeking to address some of the overly restrictive aspects of the short-term let licensing rules, but the measures may not be enough to tackle “unnecessary” regulation and financial burdens faced by the Scottish tourism industry, writes Kirsty Gallacher.
Read on www.scottishlegal.com →
Jane Wood: The urgent need to revive Scotland’s SME home building sector
Published 11 months ago
Jane Wood, chief executive of Homes for Scotland, discusses the alarming decline of small and medium-sized home builders in Scotland and its impact on the housing crisis, emphasising the need for urgent policy reforms to support the sector.
Read on www.scottishhousingnews.com →
Ian Woods: Sector-by-sector look at Scotland’s rejuvenated commercial property landscape
Published 11 months ago
Funders are out in force and looking for opportunities as the commercial property sector in Scotland once again demonstrates its resilience, writes Ian Woods as he analyses trends in various sectors and critiques government policies.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Sally Clark: University fraud case highlights risk to employers
Published 11 months ago
Corporate and financial crime lawyer Sally Clark looks at the recent procurement fraud case at the University of Edinburgh, advising businesses and public sector organisations on steps that can be taken to mitigate the risk of falling victim to such a fraud.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Aimee Gibbons: How Superdry’s restructure could reshape retail leasing
Published 11 months ago
Aimee Gibbons delves into Superdry’s plans to implement a restructuring strategy involving store closures and rent reductions, discussing the legal and operational aspects of this process and its implications for other struggling retailers.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Jon Turner: Customer engagement – ever evolving, ever expanding
Published 11 months ago
Jon Turner, Link Group chief executive officer, discusses the importance of customer engagement.
Read on www.scottishhousingnews.com →
Pippa Samphier: Tax reform needed to level the playing field in Scotland
Published 11 months ago
Pippa Samphier discusses the need for tax reform as the Scottish Government reconsiders its progressive taxation policy and Labour proposes significant tax increases.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Fraser Lynes: Addressing the Scottish housing crisis – A call for pragmatic solutions
Published 11 months ago
Fraser Lynes, managing director of Cruden Homes, discusses the Scottish housing crises and the limitations of the NPF4.
Read on www.scottishhousingnews.com →
Alison Woods: Employers should prepare for reform
Published 11 months ago
Employment law specialist Alison Woods takes a look at the differences in employment law reform proposals among the main UK parties, and discusses what both employees and employers should expect.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Brian Inkster: Why you should support alternative business structures
Published 11 months ago
Solicitors should support alternative business structures at the AGM of the Law Society of Scotland on Thursday, writes Brian Inkster.
Read on www.scottishlegal.com →
Euan Cluness: New security fit for business
Published 11 months ago
Many would acknowledge that Scots law in relation to security over moveables has been behind the curve for some considerable time and that businesses based in or conducting business in Scotland have been disadvantaged as a result, writes Euan Cluness.
Read on www.scottishlegal.com →
Jo Armstrong: Importance of CFOs in Scotland’s public sector
Published 11 months ago
As Scotland’s councils are increasingly faced with tough budget decisions, the role of the chief financial officer (CFO) is critical in ensuring financial sustainability and stability in local government, writes Jo Armstrong – chair of Audit Scotland’s Accounts Commission.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Zander Muego: Why a more considered approach is key to decarbonising UK housing
Published 11 months ago
Zander Muego discusses the complexities of decarbonising the UK’s existing housing stock, particularly social housing, in the pursuit of net zero targets while addressing fuel poverty and ensuring wider community benefits.
Read on www.scottishconstructionnow.com →
Paul Hilton: Can the new Labour government help fix Scotland’s housing emergency?
Published 11 months ago
CEO of Scottish property portal ESPC, Paul Hilton, shares his thoughts on how the new UK government could help to bring about much-needed change in Scotland’s housing.
Read on www.scottishconstructionnow.com →
Caitlin Armstrong: What can B2B businesses in Scotland learn from the fashion industry?
Published 11 months ago
Caitlin Armstrong takes a look at what B2B businesses can learn from the fashion industry.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Kirsty Gallacher: Short-term lets reform not radical enough
Published 11 months ago
The Scottish government is seeking to address some of the overly restrictive aspects of the short-term let licensing rules, but the measures may not be enough to tackle “unnecessary” regulation and financial burdens faced by the Scottish tourism industry, writes Kirsty Gallacher.
Read on www.scottishlegal.com →
Jane Wood: The urgent need to revive Scotland’s SME home building sector
Published 11 months ago
Jane Wood, chief executive of Homes for Scotland, discusses the alarming decline of small and medium-sized home builders in Scotland and its impact on the housing crisis, emphasising the need for urgent policy reforms to support the sector.
Read on www.scottishhousingnews.com →
Ian Woods: Sector-by-sector look at Scotland’s rejuvenated commercial property landscape
Published 11 months ago
Funders are out in force and looking for opportunities as the commercial property sector in Scotland once again demonstrates its resilience, writes Ian Woods as he analyses trends in various sectors and critiques government policies.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Sally Clark: University fraud case highlights risk to employers
Published 11 months ago
Corporate and financial crime lawyer Sally Clark looks at the recent procurement fraud case at the University of Edinburgh, advising businesses and public sector organisations on steps that can be taken to mitigate the risk of falling victim to such a fraud.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Aimee Gibbons: How Superdry’s restructure could reshape retail leasing
Published 11 months ago
Aimee Gibbons delves into Superdry’s plans to implement a restructuring strategy involving store closures and rent reductions, discussing the legal and operational aspects of this process and its implications for other struggling retailers.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Jon Turner: Customer engagement – ever evolving, ever expanding
Published 11 months ago
Jon Turner, Link Group chief executive officer, discusses the importance of customer engagement.
Read on www.scottishhousingnews.com →
Pippa Samphier: Tax reform needed to level the playing field in Scotland
Published 11 months ago
Pippa Samphier discusses the need for tax reform as the Scottish Government reconsiders its progressive taxation policy and Labour proposes significant tax increases.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Fraser Lynes: Addressing the Scottish housing crisis – A call for pragmatic solutions
Published 11 months ago
Fraser Lynes, managing director of Cruden Homes, discusses the Scottish housing crises and the limitations of the NPF4.
Read on www.scottishhousingnews.com →
Alison Woods: Employers should prepare for reform
Published 11 months ago
Employment law specialist Alison Woods takes a look at the differences in employment law reform proposals among the main UK parties, and discusses what both employees and employers should expect.
Read on www.scottishfinancialnews.com →
Brian Inkster: Why you should support alternative business structures
Published 11 months ago
Solicitors should support alternative business structures at the AGM of the Law Society of Scotland on Thursday, writes Brian Inkster.
Read on www.scottishlegal.com →