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A QUESTION OF TIME - WHY IS HAVING A WILL SO IMPORTANT? - BY KATIE DEANS

We understand that dying, death and bereavement can often be a difficult conversation to have. It may be hard to know where to begin with such a conversation and what should be discussed to prepare for death. Generally, the way in which our society deals with these uncomfortable conversations is to not have them at all. Having, and encouraging, these discussions allow us to plan for life and makes it more likely that you, and your loved ones, will cope better practically and emotionally when dealing with it.

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EVERYTHING COUNTS - EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNALS AND THE PROPOSAL TO REINTRODUCE FEES - BY SHONA CHRISTIE

The UK Government launched a consultation on a proposal to introduce fees for Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal claims on 29th January 2024. This consultation is currently ongoing and will run until 25th March 2024. This comes after the Coalition Government previously introduced fees between 2013 and 2017 which were ruled as unlawful by the Supreme Court. The intention on this occasion, as stated by Justice Minister Mike Freer MP is to, “Ensure users are paying towards the running costs of the tribunals and put its users on broadly the same footing as users of other courts and tribunals who already pay fees, thereby ensuring cross-jurisdictional consistency.”

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THE LANDSCAPE IS CHANGING – A SCOTTISH PERSPECTIVE ON OUTDOOR ACCESS RIGHTS AND WILD CAMPING - BY SORCHA HILL

In 2021, Alexander and Diana Darwall, Dartmoor’s sixth-largest landowners, brought a legal challenge against the Dartmoor National Park Authority over the right to wild camp on the moors. In 2023, the Dartmoor National Park Authority were successful in their appeal against the decision to ban wild camping on Dartmoor. However, in January 2024, the Darwalls further appealed to the Supreme Court.

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LET ME TAKE YOU ON A TRIP – POTHOLES AND COMPENSATION PAYMENTS - BY MARTIN CLEMENT

The condition of Scotland’s roads and pavements has been widely discussed in the media in recent times.  Early last year, the AA published a report referring to a ‘pandemic of potholes’, reflecting large increases in pothole related breakdowns.  Glasgow City Council reacted to this by doubling their budget for pothole repairs from £6 million to a huge £12 million in 2023.  While this might go some way to convincing the public that this problem is on its way to being fixed – although perhaps not the 13,000-strong ‘Potholes Make Glasgow’ Facebook group – even this huge increase will not eliminate potholes overnight.

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Non-surgical cosmetic procedures: the necessity for regulation of non-professionals in the medical aesthetics industry in Scotland - An article by Alanis Hunt

In an age where almost everything we do can be shared online; the prominence of social media, ‘selfies’, and the content creators behind it all have undoubtedly created a new Internet Age. At the turn of the last decade, a new type of celebrity was emerging: the ‘Influencer’. Average men and women were taking to YouTube, Instagram, and other platforms to share reviews and tutorials of beauty related products. This quickly flourished into a billion-dollar industry, with social media propelling normal people into stardom and notoriety. The appeal of these figures appeared to stem from their relatability, compared to traditional celebrities like actors or musicians. Nonetheless, the influence these online figures have had on society at a cultural level is undeniable. With the evolution of this type of media, the expected beauty standards have also changed.

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DALLAS MCMILLAN WIN EMPLOYMENT & PENSIONS TEAM OF THE YEAR AT LAW AWARDS OF SCOTLAND

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DALLAS MCMILLAN WIN GOLD AWARD IN 2023 BRITISH PROPERTY AWARDS

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 Dallas McMillan have won the Gold Awards for Glasgow in The British Property Awards 2023. 

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DALLAS MCMILLAN SOLICITORS RAISE £10,000 FROM CHARITY RACE NIGHT

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Dallas McMillan Solicitors held their annual Charity Race Night at Hughenden Rugby Club on Friday 8th September. The purpose of the event was to raise money for the firm’s two Charity partners SAMH and The Good Morning Service.

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Health and Safety Executive Reports Fatal Accidents at Work Up by 10%

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released its annual report on work-related ill-health and injury statistics for the period ending 2022/23.

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Dallas McMillan Secure Landmark Equal Pay Victory for Fife Council Workers

On Friday 7th July, the Employment Tribunal issued its judgement in the case of Allan & Others v Fife Council in which the Tribunal found that the Fife Council Job Evaluation Scheme did not meet the requirements of the Equality Act 2010, rendering the scheme unreliable.

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Dallas McMillan Announced as New Sponsors of Giffnock Soccer Centre

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Dallas McMillan Solicitors are delighted to announce that they are the new sponsors of Giffnock Soccer Centre. The firm’s name will appear on the Giffnock Soccer Centre teams’ strips from the start of the 2023/2024 season. 

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Dallas McMillan Welcome New Partner

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Dallas McMillan are pleased to announce that Richard Andrew has been made a Partner of the firm as of 1st February. Richard heads the firm’s Residential Property team and has been with Dallas McMillan since June 2021.

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DALLAS McMILLAN ANNOUNCE 2023 CHARITY PARTNERS

Dallas McMillan Solicitors are delighted to announce their two charity partners for 2023.

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DALLAS McMILLAN WELCOME NEW EMPLOYEES

Dallas McMillan Solicitors are delighted to announce the appointment of Rosslyn Milligan as a Senior Associate in the firm’s Private Client Department.  Rosslyn is joined at the firm by three new Trainee Solicitors, Kirsty Adams, Erin Doherty and Liam McKay, all of whom commenced their Traineeships with the firm on Monday 17th August.

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Annual holidays: employer’s rights v worker’s rights

Under the Working Time Regulations 1998 reg 15(1) a worker has the right to elect when he/she wants holidays by giving employer notice (unless the employment contract says otherwise, the notice given must be twice as long before the planned leave, as the length of planned annual leave itself).

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How do the COVID-19 measures affect my estate planning?

Estate planning allows you to get ahead of your future and ensure all the appropriate documentation that divides your estate is in line with your wishes. Having a well-thought out plan will not only protect you should you lose mental capacity, but it will also support your family and causes close to your heart on your death.

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The function of a Power of Attorney in the coronavirus pandemic

Making decisions is part of everyday life; from where we go when we step out the front door to who comes to visit us in our homes. You rarely consider a time where these choices will be made for you, and yet, the measures implemented as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis have left us all incapable of planning our next move.

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The importance of sorting your Will in the times of coronavirus

According to the Law Society, the number of people looking to write new Wills in the UK has risen by at least 30 per cent following the outbreak of coronavirus. Nevertheless, the process of creating and amending Wills relies heavily on face-to-face interaction, which makes the government measures to stay at home and self-isolate more challenging.

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Who can witness my Will with social distancing measures in place?

We as a nation have entered into uncharted territory as a result of the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. With our daily office trips and weekend activities stripped from our usual routine, we have been put in a state of unease about what we can and cannot do. 

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Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: what does it mean for employers?

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has significantly impacted businesses in the UK, with whole industries - such as hospitality and travel - almost grounding to a halt, leaving many employers facing tough decisions when it comes to staff retention.

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