The table below lists updated contract value thresholds, to be applied by Contracting Authorities when considering, from 1 January 2020 onwards, whether they must follow the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. While these thresholds come from European law, they will remain relevant notwithstanding Brexit and until a change is made to Scottish legislation in this regard.
26th January was Spouse’s Day (don’t worry, I missed it too). This unofficial holiday is designed to encourage people to let their spouses* know how much they are loved, respected and appreciated. I am sure you didn’t start reading this blog for relationship advice but my top tip would be to do this more than once a year if you want to stay out of the divorce court. But that’s by the by.
At the start of a new year, many of us consider what we wish to achieve during the year ahead. This often includes decisions regarding our financial and personal affairs, such as purchasing a house, investing our money, visiting new places or gifting to our family.