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Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) Changes: April 2024

Navigating the world of property transactions can feel overwhelming at times, especially when it comes to understanding the tax implications involved. In Scotland, the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) is the key player in this arena, replacing the UK Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) from April 1st 2015. LBTT…

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Private equity investment for energy sector is picking up steam again

Investors are refreshing, diversifying and growing their portfolios, says Findlay Anderson Ask anyone, and they’ll likely have an opinion about the UK energy industry. Most of the current narrative is heavily politicised around tax changes (four in recent times) and presumptions against oil and gas. On the other hand there…

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ESPC relaunches SPC Property Practice certification for solicitor estate agents

Leading Scottish property portal ESPC has announced the return of its unique accreditation course for solicitor estate agents, following on from a hugely successful first year in 2023. Created and run in conjunction with The Law Society of Scotland and Edinburgh Conveyancers Forum, the SPC Property Practice certification is a…

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Inflation Cooling But Business Price Pressures Persist

Reacting to the latest inflation figures published this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:    “Today’s figures confirm inflation is continuing to slowly head in the right direction. That’s good news for both consumers and businesses.     “However, a lot of uncertainty remains…

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Feel-good findings reveal Edinburgh’s bounce-back to better health

Record levels of Edinburgh residents are feeling positive and say they’re satisfied with life in the Capital. According to the city’s 17th annual Edinburgh by Numbers – a statistical snapshot of the Capital collated by the Council – feelings of ‘worthwhile’ are the highest they have been for a decade. Echoing the findings…

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Apex Hotels wins Sustainable Business at Springboard Awards

Apex Hotel picked up the Sustainable Business accolade at last night’s Springboard Awards which took place at a glittering ceremony at The Intercontinental Hotel in London on 11th April. The hotel group was up against stiff competition with The Hilton, Leonardo Hotels, Sodexo and Wilson Vale also on the short…

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Advances on ESG could be undermined by compliance failures within the supply chain, but Scotland leading the way, reveals new research

The findings from Burges Salmon’s ESG report emphasise how businesses should be engaging with their supply chain to meet their current and future mandatory disclosure obligations As businesses continue to develop the application of robust ESG standards into everyday operations, efforts could be undermined by compliance failures within their supply…

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Halspan reaches 25 year milestone

Founded by John Martin in 1999, Halspan recently marked an unforgettable milestone as we celebrated 25 years of business. During a week-long get together and celebration in March 2024, we invited colleagues past and present from all over the world to unite in Scotland to collaborate, learn and celebrate together! …

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Nominations open for the Edinburgh Award 2024

The Capital is once again searching for a worthy recipient of the coveted Edinburgh Award, with nominations for the 2024 award opening today (April 15). Since 2007, the Edinburgh Award has celebrated individuals who have made a truly unique contribution to the city and brought our capital to national and international…

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QMU students recognised in national widening access campaign

The extraordinary stories of two Queen Margaret University graduates who entered higher education from a non-traditional route are being highlighted in a new national campaign by Universities Scotland. ‘40 Faces’ aims to champion the diversity and success of widening access programmes from universities across Scotland, telling the stories of students…

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