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Scottish Government Expected to Extend Limitations on Landlords in Scotland

Scottish Government expected to extend limitations on landlords in Scotland

It is anticipated that the Scottish Government will be extending the current eviction ban in Scotland until at least 30 September 2023. The ban has been in place since 6 September 2022 and was due to end on 31 March 2023.

Bankruptcy, insolvency & rehabilitation proceedings: An international guide

As a member of the International Lawyers Network, which gives our clients access to legal advice across the globe,  Miller Samuel Hill Brown is pleased to share with you the third release of its publication, "Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Rehabilitation Proceedings: An International Guide." This collaborative electronic guide offers a summary of key insolvency law principles across 15 different countries, serving as a quick, practical reference for those with bankruptcy and insolvency needs in these jurisdictions.

Trick or treat: The dos and don'ts of Halloween

Author Diane Cairney Litigation

Pumpkins, trick or treating, getting dressed up - there is plenty to celebrate when it comes to Halloween. However, even though you might be in disguise, it is no excuse for failing to observe the law. In this article, we take a look at some of the dos and don’ts for Halloween.

Update on eviction ban and rent freeze

zibya blog author

Since the First Minister’s announcement on 06 September 2022 about a rent freeze for public and private properties and a ban on evictions until the end of March 2023, I have been contacted by clients on a daily basis seeking clarity on what they can/cannot do.  In what some may describe as typical Scottish Government fashion, the announcement was lacking in detail.