Shepherd and Wedderburn has established a COVID-19 Advisory Group, which draws relevant, specialist expertise from across the firm to support clients with informed, pragmatic legal advice on the unprecedented challenges posed by the global pandemic. The group comprises specialists who are leaders in their respective fields and have experience advising organisations and individuals who need […]
Tech stars shine as virus casts its dark shadow
As I See It: Terry Murden Almost drowned out among the noise surrounding the coronavirus was some positive news on the technology front that will sustain the belief that once the crisis is over there will be an economy left for us to build on. A report from Tech Nation revealed that investment into Scotland’s […]
Mother of all bailouts seems only answer to virus crisis
As I See It: Terry Murden So, the city that never sleeps will be pulling down the shutters and closing down. New York will join a growing list of locations where it will be considered anti-social and a danger to health to grab so much as a cup of coffee. It is not just great […]
How the virus may change business behaviour
As the world goes into economic hibernation, it has inflicted a number of changes in the way people are likely to interact. Here’s a taste of what we might expect: Presenteeism The trend for employees to go to work even when they’re sick as a sign of loyalty and commitment is being tested by personal […]
Modou’s story: homeless immigrant to restaurant boss
It is a heart-warming rags-to-riches story that gives hope to the homeless and anyone who finds themselves down on their luck. An African immigrant who slept rough after arriving in Scotland is taking over as owner of a restaurant founded by the Scottish chef who gave him a job. Nico Simeone is stepping down from […]