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5 December 2025
Why senior leaders need to protect themselves and not just their companies Senior executives operate in a uniquely high pressure legal environment. Expectations are higher, scrutiny is sharper and the consequences, both financial and reputational,...
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28 November 2025
The UK’s science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) sectors have long depended on global talent to fuel innovation and maintain competitiveness. Recent immigration reforms, however, are creating significant barriers, threatening the country’s ability to attract...
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28 November 2025
On 14 October 2025, the European Commission announced the imposition of fines of over €157 million on three luxury fashion brands, Gucci, Loewe and Chloé following their engagement in resale price maintenance (“RPM”). RPM constitutes...
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26 November 2025
BTO’s budget bulletin summarises the key takeaways from today’s eventful budget. 1. Income tax Income tax and national insurance contributions thresholds frozen by a further 3 years until April 2031. Income tax rates on property,...
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21 November 2025
Remote and hybrid working have done a huge amount of good for STEM businesses – wider talent pools, better flexibility and higher reported productivity. However, it has also created a quieter problem that leaders need...
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11 November 2025
Redundancy is a sensitive and legally complex process, particularly when it involves sponsored workers. Employers must act lawfully, fairly, and compassionately to avoid legal risks, financial penalties, and reputational damage. This guide provides practical advice...
Blog
10 November 2025
Ensuring that every employee has the legal right to work in the UK is a fundamental responsibility for employers. With updated guidance from the Home Office, right to work checks have become more streamlined, but...
News
3 November 2025
BTO Solicitors LLP (BTO) is pleased to announce the promotion of Julie McMahon to Partner within its highly regarded Wills, Estates and Succession Planning team, based in BTO’s Glasgow office. With extensive experience advising individuals, families and...
Blog
27 October 2025
Paul Motion considers whether motions for dawn raid orders should always be video recorded. Of all orders the Scottish civil courts are empowered to make, arguably the most intrusive, invasive and distressing are orders under...
Blog
22 October 2025
A recent Debate decision from the Sheriffdom of Glasgow and Strathkelvin has reaffirmed the importance of clearly defined scopes of business in professional services contracts. In Michael James Cochrane v Harper Macleod LLP SC GLA...
News
21 October 2025
BTO is pleased to announce the appointment of two accomplished Glasgow-based partners, Eoghann Green and Carolyn Bowie, who have joined the firm. Eoghann Green brings a wealth of expertise as a highly regarded commercial disputes and insolvency litigator. Working...
Blog
17 October 2025
Individuals who have been divorced outwith the UK often ask us if their overseas divorce will be recognised in Scotland and whether they need to take any additional steps in Scotland to ensure their divorce...
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