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30 June 2026
New commencement regulations laid on 29 June 2026 confirm that section 48 of the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 will come into force on 1 October 2026. From that date, right to work...
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29 June 2026
The recent Court of Session decision in Duncan v Lord Advocate CSOH 114 offers important reassurance for clinicians involved in Fatal Accident Inquiries (FAIs). Lady Haldane confirmed that a Sheriff may identify a “reasonable precaution”...
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25 June 2026
Protective measures against domestic abuse in Scotland can involve both criminal and family law. At BTO, our Criminal and Family Law teams work together to provide clear, coordinated advice to those affected by domestic abuse....
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22 June 2026
You went into a business with friends or colleagues or family members. All is well until it isn’t. You notice that slowly but surely the company is being run behind your back or steps are...
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15 June 2026
The UK Government has launched a new Visa Fees Reimbursement Scheme for Scale-Ups (VFRS4SU), aimed at reducing the cost of hiring international talent in key growth sectors. This is a targeted funding opportunity for eligible...
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13 June 2026
The UK Government recently launched a consultation on strengthening employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children. The consultation follows the introduction of statutory carers’ leave in 2024. It considers whether the...
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4 June 2026
If you live with your partner but are not married or in a civil partnership, the law in Scotland may not protect you as you expect if they die without a Will. Unlike spouses and...
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4 June 2026
Regulatory Update | UK Immigration Sponsorship Compliance for STEM Sector Employers In brief: On 20 April 2026, the Home Office published revised sponsor guidance clarifying that right to work checks are required for workers a...
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3 June 2026
Recent reports have suggested that Scott Mills is considering legal action against the BBC following his abrupt dismissal this year. Whilst no formal claim has yet been announced, media speculation has focused on whether the...
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29 May 2026
As a corporate lawyer, your focus is naturally locked on the commercial interests of your client’s business. There are many creative ways that you may use to ensure tax efficiency and ongoing commercial success for...
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28 May 2026
Regulatory Update | UK Immigration Sponsorship Compliance In brief: On 20 April 2026, the Home Office has published revised sponsor guidance clarifying that right to work checks are required for workers a sponsor employs or...
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23 May 2026
Data is increasingly being treated as an important business asset in corporate transactions. Whether a business is being acquired, involved in a merger, seeking investment, or undergoing restructuring, the type and quality of the data...
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