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From time to time we will post news articles and announcements relating to the firm and to various legal issues that may be of interest to you.

Non-Domestic Rates Relief to alleviate the impact of COVID-19 on Businesses

Non-domestic rates, also called business rates, are taxes paid on non-domestic properties to help pay for local council services. Non-domestic rates are based on the Rateable Value of a Premises. The Rateable Value is determined by the Scottish Assessors, who are an independent body.

Lockdown-easing dates: A rocky road ahead

 All information contain within this update is accurate at the time of publication. During these unprecedented times where the situation is constantly changing at pace it is vital that you take expert advice where necessary. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you wish to discuss any issues covered in these updates further. The Hill Brown Licensing Team and the wider team at Miller Samuel Hill Brown remain committed to providing the fullest possible service for the trade at this extremely challenging time.

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Navigating Commercial Entanglements in Friendships: Legal Remedies and Solutions
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When friendships become commercially entangled and contracts are breached, rest assured, not all hope is lost! Our recent case highlights the complexities that can arise when personal relationships intersect with business interests.   Case Overv...
Understanding Time Bar in Legal Claims: Key Considerations and Recent Changes in Scottish Law
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Most legal systems around the world have a limit whereby the Pursuer must raise a claim; this is widely known as time bar. Alternatively, in Scotland, it can be known as prescription, and in England, it is known as limitation. This is a key factor to...
New Bill Establishes 6 Month Pause on Debt Recovery Action for Mental Health Sufferers
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The Bankruptcy and Diligence (Scotland) Bill, passed on 6th June 2024, is an Act of the Scottish Parliament which has significantly modified the Bankruptcy (Scotland) Act 2016 to establish a mental health Moratorium. This Bill addresses debt recovery...
Rent Eviction Ban Lifted- What This Means for Landlords
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What was the Eviction Moratorium in Scotland? The Tenant Eviction Moratorium came into place in 06 September 2022 by the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act 2022 which meant that Landlords could still take steps toward evicting tenants ...
Tips for Effective Debt Recovery
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Last year, Scottish insolvency activity reached its highest level in over a decade.[1] 1,132 firms became insolvent in Scotland highlighting the real impact of the financial strains that many businesses are facing. There are numerous factors that hav...