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A new right to leave for parents where babies are receiving neonatal care is due to come into force on 6th April 2025. The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 created this right but the government is now passing regulations to bring it into effect.  Key Highlights of Neonatal Care Leave Eligibility:The right is similar to other types of fam...

The UK hospitality sector plays a vital in the national economy. Upcoming changes to employment law in 2025 are expected to affect the hospitality industry more significantly than other sectors, due to the industry's high staff turnover rates and prevalence of shift work. We have highlighted below some important changes that our clients within this...

We are pleased to announce that Stephen Parker has joined our team at Miller Samuel Hill Brown as a Trainee Solicitor. Recently, we had the chance to sit down with Stephen to discuss his new role and experiences thus far. Can you describe your overall experience during your first month at Miller Samuel Hill Brown? The first month of my traineeship ...

In February, the Court of Appeal handed down a landmark judgment in the case of Higgs v Farmor's School [2025] EWCA Civ 109. The ruling has important implications for employers, particularly in terms of managing employees who may express controversial beliefs in and outside the workplace, including on social media. In this case, the Court upheld an...

For landlords, ensuring their property is well-maintained throughout the lease term and upon its termination is crucial. To achieve this, landlords rely on dilapidations — a process that holds tenants accountable for their obligations to repair, decorate, maintain and comply with statute under the lease. In Scots law, the common law position under ...

Research conducted by Planet Cruise travel experts last year found that Glasgow took the top spot globally for the best city to visit for live music, beating out Lyon and Zurich to take the crown. Scottish crowds are also celebrated across the world as being superior when it comes to live music events with artists including Ed Sheeran, Tom Odell an...

Sufficiently managing the topic of sexual harassment in the workplace is crucial for all employers in maintaining a respectful and safe working environment. It is important that there are robust processes in place to deal with any related issues or concerns as an employer's failure to address any related concerns or issues properly or the mishandli...

We are pleased to share the recent appointments of Chloe Crawford and Arlene Dunbar at Miller Samuel Hill Brown to key committees of the Law Society of Scotland. Chloe will serve on the Licensing Law Sub-Committee, and Arlene has been appointed to the Accredited Paralegal Committee.   Appointment of Chloe Crawford to Licensing Law Sub-Committe...

Domestic abuse or intimate partner violence is recognised as a widespread and serious problem in Scotland. It has a profound impact on the victim and their wider family and community. Domestic abuse takes many forms and is not limited to violent behaviour. We at Miller Samuel Hill Brown are committed to helping our clients respond in the most effec...

The Land and Buildings Transaction Tax is something which must remain at the forefront of your mind when purchasing a property in Scotland. It is the tax you pay when you purchase a property. However, if you are a first-time buyer, you are exempt from paying LBTT up until a certain purchase price, which is £175,000 and you can read more about LBTT ...

We are pleased to announce that Tessa Hickey has recently qualified as a solicitor in the Employment Team, marking a significant milestone in her career journey. After years of hard work through university, law school, and a rigorous two-year training period, Tessa has successfully transitioned into her role as a newly qualified solicitor (NQ). We ...

1. Employment Rights Bill In entering 2025, it is clear that UK employment law is set to undergo notable transformations with reforms that will have a potentially substantial impact on both employers and employees. This blog highlights some of the changes to look out for throughout the year:  On 10th October 2024, the Government fulfilled its ...