DWF employment expert comments on Scotland labour market

DWF employment expert comments on Scotland labour market

Ann Frances Cooney, employment expert and partner at DWF, has commented on the latest labour market figures in Scotland. “The latest Scottish labour market figures for the period February to April 2025 show some signs of cooling in a challenging economic environment.  The estimates indicate that over the quarter, the…

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Cyber Attacks – A wake up call for employers

Cyber attacks are on the rise, with recent figures showing a 50% increase in the retail sector alone over the past year. The recent high profile cyber attacks affecting M&S, the Co-op, Harrods, and several Scottish local authorities have starkly illustrated the widespread impact of cybercrime. While much of the…

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Greater action is needed to prepare for shareholder splits

Amid the excitement of setting up a new business venture – or when everything’s going well – one of the most unthinkable questions can often be: “What happens if we fall out?”. Unfortunately, though, circumstances can – and do – change. People will not always agree. That is especially true…

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New pensions accord could unlock £50 billion of investment for UK businesses

Tom Barton and Katie Ivens, Partners and pension sector specialists at Pinsent Masons The UK’s largest pension funds have pledged to invest at least 10% of their assets in private markets by 2030, but managing investment and fiduciary risk will continue to be a delicate balance under a new accord.…

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Employer’s role in the usage of social media by employees

In the modern world, social media has taken the lead in every aspect of our lives playing a significant role in how people think and act. The mainstream media is not anymore the main source of information as people can now receive instant updates anywhere in the world. People enjoy…

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UK immigration reforms: implications for the energy sector

The UK Government’s 2025 White Paper on Restoring Control over the Immigration System introduces a number of sweeping changes to immigration policy, aimed at reducing reliance on foreign labour and prioritising domestic workforce development. While the White Paper is politically resonant, it presents significant challenges to the UK’s energy sector,…

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Resilience in global contracting in the energy services sector

The UK energy sector continues to wrestle with numerous headwinds involving energy policies, tax changes, regulatory and planning obstacles, the challenge of enticing inward investment in a globally competitive world, a historic move away from a national manufacturing base and the broader concept of what is a “Just Transition”. There…

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Commercial contracts must be crystal clear

Major lenders are starting to set aside cash in anticipation of potential payouts to millions of drivers for mis-sold car finance products, with experts estimating that the bill could reach several billion pounds. But, much like the PPI scandal that came before the PCP (Personal Contract Purchase) issue was revealed, this isn’t…

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Home office white paper on restoring control over the immigration system

On 12 May 2025, the UK government released a comprehensive Immigration White Paper, marking a major change in its migration strategy. The new policy framework is designed to lower net migration, strengthen the development of the domestic workforce, and better align immigration with the country’s economic and social priorities. As part…

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What happens if you die without a Will in Scotland? Rights of unmarried partners explained

The sudden death of Liam Payne last year at the age of just 31  left fans across the globe in shock. It has also cast a spotlight on a significant legal issue, it has come to light this week that he died without making a will. Liam leaves behind his…

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