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Tom Stocker: Businesses should review fraud prevention procedures before it’s too late

Published 1 year ago

Recent legal reforms in the UK have increased the risk of corporate criminal liability for fraud, making urgent the need for businesses to reassess and strengthen their fraud prevention procedures, writes Tom Stocker.

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Pete Bell: Building foundations, facing challenges - celebrating 35 years of Campion Homes

Published 1 year ago

Pete Bell, chairman and co-founder of Campion Homes, marks the housebuilder’s 35th year in business with a look back at its inception and evolution.

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Anthony Marley: Why new Scottish building legislation is a step in the right direction

Published 1 year ago

Anthony Marley, director at Northern Ireland-based remediation specialist Anamore, comments on the changes to the cladding remediation programme in Scotland.

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Russell Wilkie: A new future can be forged for our industrial communities

Published 1 year ago

Ravenscraig Ltd director Russell Wilkie outlines his vision for the former steelworks in North Lanarkshire and the need to develop industrial communities.

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Rob Bewick: It’s time to talk about mental health as much as physical safety in construction

Published 1 year ago

Insight: Rob Bewick, senior construction safety consultant at Thomas & Adamson, highlights why mental health needs to be treated with the same degree of importance as physical health on construction sites.

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Insight: FCA guidance and commercial realities in financial marketing

Published 1 year ago

Following the FCA’s recently published guidance on financial promotion through social media channels, Burness Paull’s Marianne Murnin and Steven Knox look at the intersection of financial services, social media, and influencer marketing, highlighting the regulatory and commercial considerations for firms navigating this landscape.

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Peter Edwards: How to safely navigate retrofit

Published 1 year ago

Holmes Mille architect Peter Edwards provides some jargon-busting advice to help people choose the right retrofit options for them.

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Chris Elwell-Sutton: Scotland’s AI strategy could give it the edge

Published 1 year ago

Scotland could turn its vision for ethical regulatory principles into a competitive advantage, writes ​Chris Elwell-Sutton.

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John Forster: Ensuring a smart energy transition - challenges and opportunities

Published 1 year ago

In the wake of the Scottish Government admitting it is significantly off-track from meeting its 2030 net zero targets, Forster Group chairman and founder John Forster discusses the challenges and opportunities of achieving such goals.

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Chris Bristow: Liquidation vs strike-off – what’s the difference?

Published 1 year ago

Comprehending closure options to mitigate legal risks and maximise tax efficiencies is critical for directors when considering, writes Chris Bristow as he discusses the distinctions between company liquidation and strike-off processes.

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Robert Bennett: Why the smallest room in the house is now big business

Published 1 year ago

Robert Bennet, head of sales and marketing at Rearo, highlights the changing role of the bathroom over the years, and how that has impacted developers and suppliers in the construction industry.

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Lynne Peacock: CIOB Scotland Awards are open for entries

Published 1 year ago

Lynne Peacock is part of the Chartered Institute of Building’s Member Services team based in Scotland and is urging nominations for this year’s coveted CIOB Scotland Awards.

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Gail Matheson: We need more homes, not more rent controls

Published 1 year ago

In an exclusive for Scottish Housing News, Gail Matheson, CEO at HHA, highlights her concerns about the proposed Housing Bill for mid-market rent developers.

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Keith Brooks: How your pension can stop you falling into Scotland’s 70% ‘tax trap’

Published 1 year ago

Keith Brooks delves into the complexities of Scottish income tax rates and how individuals can navigate them, particularly focusing on the effective tax rates faced by those earning between £100,000 and £125,140, and offering strategies to mitigate tax burdens.

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Kelly Hardman: Salary threshold increases pose recruitment challenges for Scottish hospitality sector

Published 1 year ago

Scotland’s hospitality sector is posed with staffing difficulties as the UK government implements new salary thresholds for hiring overseas talent, writes Kelly Hardman.

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