On establishment of the Scottish parliament in July 1999, employment rights and duties and industrial relations were matters which were reserved to the UK government and…

If you die without making a will (known as ‘intestate’), the law sets out who is entitled to what you leave behind (your ‘estate’) and who…
An inheritance can never compensate for the death of a partner or family member. And, unfortunately, inheritance claims can cause problems, for example, if someone believes…
If your marriage has broken down, you may prefer the idea of getting an annulment rather than a divorce. But you can only get an annulment…
If your business sells goods or services to customers at a distance – for example online, by mail order or over the phone – you need…
Because you and your staff may be handling potentially hazardous substances such as nail polish remover, you must be aware of and comply with the Control…
1. What is alternative dispute resolution (ADR)? Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is the collective name given to several methods of dealing with disputes without going to…
There is currently no statutory regulation of acupuncture although acupuncturists can register voluntarily with the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC). Members of the British Acupuncture Council must…
Your employer is responsible for providing a safe working environment and for managing health and safety risks in the workplace. In return, you are responsible for…
The government introduced the Renters’ (Reform) Bill to parliament in May 2023. Now that the Bill has been presented to parliament, MPs will have the opportunity…