ESG factors are a key element in National Pride’s proposed development at the Barony in East Ayrshire A new generation of developers are putting the local eco-system at the heart of their projects, says SOPHIE TAYSOM Scotland’s Net Zero commitments cannot be achieved without a clear focus on the built environment which accounts for about 40% […]
Avoid a red card when making green claims
Innocent Drinks fell foul of advertising rules With World Environment Day approaching, LIZ COX and SEONA BURNETT consider some lessons learned when making green claims in advertising We are all increasingly familiar with the “green”, “environmental”, or “eco-friendly” claims made by businesses about the environmentally beneficial qualities or characteristics of their operations, products or services. […]
Rules driving landlords from rental sector
To increase the number of homes to rent, the regulatory framework has to be more favourable to property owners, says RICCARDO GIOVANACCI Some of the more onerous restrictions which were imposed on landlords in Scotland in the first dark days of the pandemic are being rescinded, and it might be assumed that this would be […]
Help at hand to finance dispute resolution
FRANCES SIM says third party funding can provide access to justice The need for commercial third party funding for dispute resolution in Scotland has grown considerably in the last 10 years. If a claim is meritorious, with strong prospects of success and a good route to recovery from the defender then we will offer funding. We don’t […]
Malaga offers a taste of history on the Med
City break: Malaga is not only easy to reach, it offers the visitor some unexpected delights, finds PAUL KIDDIE For millions of holidaymakers, Malaga has long been regarded as the gateway to the Costa del Sol. A short flight from the UK, sunseekers will hardly give Picasso’s birthplace a second thought as they head off […]