Insight Hub

• 21 April 2022
• | Robin Turnbull

What’s changed and on the horizon for Employment Law

There have been a few changes in employment law in the last few weeks, as well as planned changes in the pipeline. In case you missed them, this article covers the main ones to be aware of.

• 21 April 2022

Pensions and independent schools

Many independent schools in Scotland are participating employers in schemes such as the Scottish Teachers Superannuation Scheme (STSS) and the Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme 2015 (STPS).

• 19 April 2022

Anderson Strathern hails advisory role regarding ScotWind agreements

• 11 April 2022
• | Aidan Walker

There is a new, higher standard for homebuilding in the UK

The New Homes Quality Code (“New Code”) was published on 17 December 2021 and replaces the current Consumer Code for Home Builders. The New Code is designed to “fill in the gaps” of the Consumer Code by introducing additional requirements for property developers.

• 7 April 2022
• | Elizabeth MacGregor
• | Adèle Nicol

Short Term Letting Control and Other Housing Issues

There are several important changes to Housing Law in the pipeline. Legislation changes surrounding short term letting control as well as fire alarms are now in place, with others (potentially) to come – this article will provide an overview of both categories.

• 6 April 2022
• | Martin Campbell
• | Alison Pryde

Your personal tax review for the 2022/23 tax year

As we enter a new tax year we understand, in these challenging times for both family life and business life, reviewing tax and finances may be one of the things that becomes more important to all of us. We've produced a personal tax review to help you to identify any tax planning opportunities and take any actions required.

• 4 April 2022
• | Anne Chapman

Register of Persons Holding a Controlled Interest in Land: what you need to know

Land reform can take many guises, and the new Register of Persons Holding a Controlled Interest in Land (“the Register”) is one that we should all be aware of.

• 4 April 2022

Anderson Strathern partners with LINC Scotland to advise on new legislation

• 30 March 2022

Dixcee Fast joins Anderson Strathern as partner

• 30 March 2022
• | Alison Pryde

Spring Statement 2022 at a glance

Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed the contents of his Spring Statement on 22nd March.

• 30 March 2022
• | Christina Abbott

Separated parents: Navigating school holidays

During the school year, you probably already have a schedule that works for you and your family. But, the school holidays can throw everything off track. With the holidays approaching you may be wondering how to manage childcare arrangements, travel abroad, holiday activities and more.

• 28 March 2022
• | Victoria Simpson

Gift Aid Changes following the Spring Statement

The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak announced at the Spring Statement that the rate of basic rate income tax in the UK will be reduced from 20% to 19% with effect from 6 April 2024. This will of course have a serious longer term impact on the charity sector and community amateur sports clubs (CASC) as Gift Aid is linked to the basic rate of income tax.