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Employers chance to stay on top of employment law

Whether it’s the importance of clearly worded contracts, knowing how to bring them to an end correctly, the rights of gig economy workers or avoiding claims of discrimination – businesses need to be well-informed in order to manage legal risk and minimise costs. Employers can get a valuable insight on…

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Brodies continues to build corporate tax and incentives practice with new partner

Brodies LLP, Scotland’s largest law firm, has appointed Karen Davidson to partner in its Corporate Tax and Incentives team. Having trained and practiced as a lawyer specialising in mergers and acquisitions, Karen turned her focus to tax two years after qualifying. She advised clients across the full range of tax…

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New electric train ready for North Berwick route

ScotRail will take another step forward in delivering faster journeys, more seats, and better services for customers with the introduction of a brand new Hitachi class 385 electric train to its North Berwick route. Passengers travelling between North Berwick and Edinburgh will be able to experience the new six-carriage train…

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The North British Distillery welcomes new board member

The North British Distillery is pleased to announce the appointment of Pamela Scott to the company’s board of directors. Pamela takes on this responsibility alongside her role as Global Operations Excellence Director – Strategy and Standards at Diageo, where she has held a number of roles across the company’s end…

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BCC comments on pilot scheme for seasonal workers

Commenting on the pilot scheme to bring seasonal migrant workers to the UK, Jane Gratton, Head of Business Environment and Skills Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “This is good news, and it’s not before time.  With most firms, across all regions and sectors, having difficulty filling…

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Borders Railway success revealed as route celebrates third anniversary

More than four million journeys have been made on the Borders Railway since it opened to customers three years ago today (September 6). The popularity of the 30-mile stretch of track linking Edinburgh with the Scottish Borders has led to year on year increases, with a further 5.8 per cent…

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How should employers handle allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace

The Women and Equalities Committee Report makes proposals which will impact employers’ handling of sexual harassment allegations in the workplace, Lindsays’ Partner and Head of Employment Ben Doherty comments on the recommendations Allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace have come under the media spotlight recently. A survey in 2017…

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One Square launches chocolate afternoon tea in partnership with Cacao Barry

Edinburgh foodies will soon be able to enjoy One Square’s new afternoon tea menu, created in partnership with renowned French chocolatier, Cacao Barry. The autumn menu will be available from Monday 12 September, featuring both savoury and sweet treats, with numerous varieties of chocolate taking centre stage. Highlights of the…

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Socialicity Limited moves to 180 St Vincent Street in Glasgow

Marketing technology specialist Socialicity Limited is opening new offices in Glasgow at 180 St Vincent Street, where they have taken the 5,865 sq ft 6th floor of the building at £23 per sq ft on a six-year lease. This transaction quickly follows the lettings to HRC Recruitment, Turcan Connell and…

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John Lewis Edinburgh adds ‘& Partners’ to its name as the business focuses on what differentiates it from competitors

Today, Partners at the John Lewis Edinburgh shop have – for the first time in the company’s history –  been included in the businesses’ names as both John Lewis and Waitrose have added ‘& Partners’ to their brand names. The change has been designed to highlight their Partnership business model…

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