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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.
AJ Bell Great Scottish Run: Trainee Solicitors Raise Funds for Glasgow City Mission

AJ Bell Great Scottish Run: Trainee Solicitors Raise Funds for Glasgow City Mission

This past weekend, four of our Trainee Solicitors, Gillian Irving, Tessa Hickey, Becca King, and Holly Lafferty, participated in the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run, tackling the half marathon and 10k challenges to raise essential funds for our charity partner, Glasgow

Stride for a Cause: MSHB joins the Kiltwalk and Makes a Difference!

Stride for a Cause: MSHB joins the Kiltwalk and Makes a Difference!

Miller Samuel Hill Brown recently participated in the Kiltwalk across Edinburgh to raise funds for the Glendrick Roost Animal Welfare Centre. The Kiltwalk, known as the largest mass participation walking event in the UK, has garnered significant attention since its

Alert – A Further Update on The Enforcement of The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023

Alert – A Further Update on The Enforcement of The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023

Following on from our last blog in May about the enforcement of Employment (Allocation of Tips Act) 2023, we can confirm that the Act was officially enforced at the start of this month (1st October 2024). Under the Act, it

Understanding LBTT & ADS When Purchasing a Property

Understanding LBTT & ADS When Purchasing a Property

Correct as of the 1st of April 2024 LBTT – Land and Building Transaction Tax – is the Scottish equivalent of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). LBTT is a tax applied to residential and commercial land and buildings transactions, however

Understanding the Compulsory Pre-Action Protocol (“CPAP”) for Personal Injury Claims

Understanding the Compulsory Pre-Action Protocol (“CPAP”) for Personal Injury Claims

“Personal Injury” is defined as an injury or illness that has been caused (or made worse) by someone else’s negligence. An injury sustained in these circumstances may attract a claim for financial compensation from those responsible (usually via an insurance

UK’s New Employment Rights Bill: What Employers Need to Know

UK’s New Employment Rights Bill: What Employers Need to Know

The long-waited and recently published Employment Rights Bill (‘the Bill’) introduces substantial reforms that will impact both employers and employees in the UK. On the 10th of October the Government fulfilled its promise to introduce reforms to employment law within

Soaring for a Cause: Miller Samuel Hill Brown Raises Funds for Glasgow City Mission

Soaring for a Cause: Miller Samuel Hill Brown Raises Funds for Glasgow City Mission

Miller Samuel Hill Brown recently took part in an exhilarating fundraising event to support Glasgow City Mission, a charity dedicated to helping vulnerable individuals in Glasgow who are facing homelessness and poverty. The team’s efforts culminated in a sponsored zip

New Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment in The Workplace and Guidance for Employers

New Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment in The Workplace and Guidance for Employers

From 26th October 2024, all employers in the UK will have a mandatory duty to take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment of their employees in the course of their employment. The Equality and Human Rights Commission (‘EHRC’) have updated

The Social Hub Glasgow: A Unique Hospitality Model and Licensing Success

The Social Hub Glasgow: A Unique Hospitality Model and Licensing Success

When The Social Hub made the decision to open their first UK site in Glasgow at Candleriggs Square, our Licensing Team were delighted to act as their legal advisors and support them in obtaining the necessary consents. The purpose-built space

Diving into the World of Law: Insights from David Phinn’s 5-Year Journey at Miller Samuel Hill Brown

Diving into the World of Law: Insights from David Phinn’s 5-Year Journey at Miller Samuel Hill Brown

In celebration of David Phinn‘s 5-year journey at the firm, we invited him to share his experiences and offer valuable guidance for aspiring lawyers and anyone stepping into the world of law. David’s remarkable journey commenced in August 2019 when

You’re Fired…Then Rehired? 
Key Points from The New Statutory Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-Engagement.

You’re Fired…Then Rehired? Key Points from The New Statutory Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-Engagement.

The Practice on Dismissal and Re-engagement (also known as ‘fire and rehire’) has been a recent topic for discussion within employment law. This is largely due to a new statutory Code of Practice being introduced – it aims ‘to ensure

Office To Accommodation: Is Converting Dormant Office Space for Residential Use the Way to Rejuvenate Town & City Centres?

Office To Accommodation: Is Converting Dormant Office Space for Residential Use the Way to Rejuvenate Town & City Centres?

As we are all aware, the COVID-19 Pandemic triggered a dramatic shift away from traditional office-based working culture. Many had thought (and some had hoped) that once the Pandemic had subsided that “normality” would resume, with a large portion of

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