Insight Hub

• 24 March 2023

Anderson Strathern supports prestigious art show at Dalkeith Palace

• 24 March 2023
• | Vernon Dennis

Doing business better: the value of a robust ESG strategy

Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance, or ESG, is not a new concept, but the increasingly central role it is playing in the decision making of policymakers and business leaders is a more modern phenomenon.

• 22 March 2023

New chair sets out his ambitions for Anderson Strathern

• Date: 31 August 2023

Management Bootcamp 31 August 2023

Musab Hemsi's management bootcamp is back.

The purpose of this session is to enable you as a manager to encourage exceptional performance across your team, through effective management and coaching, in line with your own company’s values. We’ll combine theoretical and practical training, so there will be interaction and exercises for you to participate in and practice applying your new skills in an inclusive environment.

• 15 March 2023
• | Rory Knox

The diversification of drive-throughs within the UK

Although drive-throughs have been around in the UK for some time now,  we have seen a notable expansion in terms of the companies operating these in recent years. McDonalds were the first operator to adopt the US model when they opened the UK’s first drive-through in 1986.

• 15 March 2023
• | Mark Templeton

Right to Work checks for employers – Prime Minister pledges to tackle illegal working

In December 2022, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a statement in Parliament setting out his five-point plan to crack down on illegal migration to the UK and this included a pledge to increase raids on illegal working by 50%. The recent statistics published by the Home Office show there has been a significant increase in Home Office raids and penalties being issued to employers for breaches of Right to Work laws.

• 15 March 2023
• | Douglas McLachlan

The power of brand exclusivity

Much has been said in recent years about the various challenges facing the retail sector. From changing consumer habits driving competition online, to the Covid-19 pandemic forcing shops to close – it is well publicised that the established brick and mortar high street model is under pressure.

• 13 March 2023
• | Musab Hemsi

Employment law is changing – here’s what you need to know

There will be various employment law changes this year – some already defined and others anticipated - and it is crucial to ensure that you’re up to speed in advance of their coming into force. I’ve collated this bank of information so you can ensure your organisation fully comprehends the main employment law amendments that are on the horizon in 2023.

• 10 March 2023
• | Musab Hemsi

Our six top tips for defending an Employment Tribunal Claim

Recent high-profile Employment Tribunal claims (such as the case of a new mother who brought a claim for constructive unfair dismissal and discrimination against Morrisons) have reminded employers of the consequences of getting their HR and employment procedures wrong.

• 9 March 2023
• | Linsey Barclay-Smith
• | John Mitchell

A Beginner’s Guide to Buying Forestry

Scotland’s forests and woodlands protect, enhance, and allow communities to benefit from the goods and services that flow from natural capital. In the past year, commercial forestry values increased by at least 15% with the average price paid for a commercial forest rising by 10% from £3 million to £3.4 million, according to several industry reports.

• 8 March 2023
• | Elspeth Drysdale

How the flexible working movement could shape future employment standards

It has been accepted to be within industrial knowledge that women tend to bear a greater proportion of caring responsibilities for dependants. Prior to the pandemic, there was a presumption towards office-based working in many sectors and requests for flexible working arrangements might typically have been used by women to facilitate them meeting these additional care needs.

• 2 March 2023

Anderson Strathern secures senior talent amid further growth