We are MacRoberts
A leading Scottish law firm
where client success is central
to everything we do.
150 years of industry knowledge & insight
More knowledge & insight-
COVID-19 Corporate Insolvency & Governance Act 2020: Extension of temporary measures The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (Coronavirus) (Extension of the Relevant Period) Regulations 2020 came into force on 29 September 2020, extending some of the temporary provisions put in place by The Corporate Insolvency & Governance Act 2020 which came into force on 26 June 2020.
-
COVID-19 Highly anticipated High Court judgment in the Financial Conduct Authority's business interruption test case In May 2020, the Financial Conduct Authority announced its intention to bring a test case in the High Court of England and Wales with a view to seeking legal clarity about the meaning and effect of business interruption insurance policy wordings concerning COVID-19 claims.
-
COVID-19 Irritancy Restrictions Extended The Scottish Parliament has passed regulations extending the 14-week notice period for eviction of commercial tenants for non-payment of rent until 31 March 2021.
-
Employment Statement from the Chancellor: New Jobs Support Scheme replaces Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme The Chancellor has announced the Government's new "Job Support Scheme" which will replace the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme from 1 November 2020 and is set to last for six months.
Latest News & Upcoming Events
All News & Events-
MacRoberts and French Duncan support £14m acquisition deal for Together Energy
MacRoberts' and French Duncan's corporate finance teams have supported one of the UK's most ethically aware energy firms, Together Energy, in their acquisition of Bristol Energy's residential customer base. -
Live Webinar: Things you need to know in the world of Employment Law – 30 September 2020
MacRoberts' Employment team would be delighted if you would join us for a live webinar looking at the latest developments in the world of employment law. -
MacRoberts Live Bitesized: COVID-19 Series
MacRoberts Live Bitesized is a webinar and podcast series covering key issues of the day in a short Q&A format. Listen to the latest episodes here. -
Listen now: MacRoberts Live Webinar – Back to Work in the Construction Sector? Things You Need to Know
In this live webinar, chaired by Neil Kelly, specialists from MacRoberts' Construction, Commercial Dispute Resolution, Employment and IP, Technology & Commercial teams discuss what businesses in the Scottish construction sector should be doing in preparation for the return to work as COVID-19 lockdown restrictions are eased. -
Listen now: MacRoberts Live Webinar: Back to Work – Back to the Future?
During this live webinar, specialists from MacRoberts' Commercial Dispute Resolution, Employment and IP, Technology & Commercial teams discuss what businesses should be doing in preparation for the return to work as COVID-19 lockdown restrictions are eased. -
MacRoberts shortlisted at enei Awards 2020
MacRoberts has been shortlisted for Team of the Year at the Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion (enei) Awards 2020. -
Listen now: MacRoberts/Yuill + Kyle Live Webinar – Managing your credit control during lockdown & beyond
This live webinar, presented by Stephen Cowan, Managing Director of Yuill + Kyle, looks at how businesses can manage their credit control during this period of lockdown and beyond. -
MacRoberts advises HSBC UK on £13.5m financing deal with Migdale Transport
MacRoberts recently advised HSBC UK on a £13.5 million loan and asset financing deal with Highland transport firm Migdale Transport. -
COVID-19: A challenging time for us all
COVID-19 is causing economic uncertainty across all areas of business and for individual families. Since this situation emerged only a short time ago, our priority has always been to ensure the health and wellbeing of our people and clients of our firm.
Latest updates from @MacRoberts
- Some of the temporary measures introduced under the Corporate Insolvency & Governance Act 2020 have been extended –… https://t.co/j6BgxkFbcx 10 hours ago
- Murray Snell, part of the MacRoberts Group, is delighted to have been formally appointed to @agrimortgageco List of… https://t.co/6Fkb7PmZMH 16 hours ago
- In welcome news for commercial #tenants, the 14-week notice period for #eviction for non-payment of rent has been e… https://t.co/aCd90rDp8L 19 hours ago
- Earlier this month, the High Court handed down its judgment in the #FCA's #businessinterruption test case – what ne… https://t.co/GEvTTFAQne 29/09/2020
- One day to go! With lots to keep up with in the world of #employmentlaw, our live webinar will provide a comprehens… https://t.co/IJP6sFfa08 29/09/2020
- Listen now to our latest Employment Bitesized podcast with Eleanor Mannion and Laura Roddy discussing the end to th… https://t.co/dRBSwxGBF2 25/09/2020
- 2 weeks to go! Have you signed up for @Lawscot virtual #lawfair? We'll be joining a range of employers at this even… https://t.co/mynQbJcUfu 25/09/2020
- The Chancellor has announced that a new #JobsSupportScheme will replace the #CJRS from 1 November – what do we know… https://t.co/sPgQFDGLUf 24/09/2020
- Are you up-to-date with the latest rules around responding to #subjectaccessrequests? In the first of our MacRobert… https://t.co/q3SnT4MRY0 24/09/2020
- We're looking forward to hosting our live #EmploymentLaw webinar next week! Join us at 2pm on Wednesday for an upda… https://t.co/3v9ZvObFyq 23/09/2020
- While Scotland's #forestry sector remains strong despite the ongoing economic impact of lockdown restrictions, a ke… https://t.co/iBn2kR4kn3 23/09/2020
- What are the options for employers who suspect they have made mistaken or wrongful claims under the #furloughscheme… https://t.co/xjYy8Bevrc 22/09/2020
- RT @ScottishLegal: Thirteen new employment judges appointed https://t.co/l3nvMyn36H 18/09/2020
- RT @KatyWed: I’m delighted that Eleanor, our colleague has been appointed a part time Employment Judge in Scotland. Well done, Eleanor! htt… 18/09/2020
- 👣Following in the footsteps of former colleagues... from all at MacRoberts, huge congratulations to Eleanor Mannion… https://t.co/ZtwdfOsjet 18/09/2020
