Scotland Director of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB)www.fmb.org.uk What does it do?The UK’s largest trade association for the construction industry Where are you based? Chesser, Edinburgh Turnover£5m+ What is occupying you right now? I have been busy finalising and promoting the inaugural and free to attend Green Home Festival which has been run as part of the Edinburgh […]
Re-using old IT can make you feel proud
A 1990s hit song inspired ALAN MIDDLETON to put the mountain of surplus computer equipment to good use Being unable to see loved ones, whether for a simple visit, a birth, a celebration, or spending special last moments in sad, difficult times. During the first national lockdown in March 2020, reading about these severe impacts […]
Understanding menopause in the workplace
Employers must be aware of their legal obligations to menopausal women, writes KELLY McMANUS There has been a notable increase recently in the number of employment tribunal cases in the UK that relate to women who are going through menopause and are having issues within the workplace. Many preconceptions and much misinformation about menopause persist, […]
Law change will ease pursuit of claims
PAUL McINTOSH explains how a new ‘discoverability test’ should give businesses a greater opportunity to explore and pursue damages claims This month has seen a major change to an area of law which may appear inconsequential to most people. The change affects the law of prescription, which may sound somewhat dry and technical. However, it […]
Aberdein Considine to raise £40k for charities in 40th year
Elaine Elder (senior associate), Megan Clubb (trainee solicitor), Danny Anderson (associate), Kathryn Smith (property manager) Law firm Aberdein Considine has announced that it will aim to raise at least £40,000 for charities during 2022 as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations. It will also provide all staff with one paid volunteering day per year. Aberdein […]