Legal Updates
Archibald Campbell & Harley people know the law, and appreciate the need for clients to be kept abreast of legal matters which might affect their business. Whether it be an important case, recent legislation or simply a hot topic in the industry, you can rely on our lawyers to be up to speed and ready to advise.
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Latest Legal updates (Updated 10 June 2009)
Time To Get Personal
Changes to the Licensing Laws
HOME REPORTS - MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EACH SECTION
Further information on the recently introduced Home Reports
A Quick Guide To Energy Performance Certificates In Scotland
The European Union Energy Performance of Buildings Directive sets out detailed rules regarding the need for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) to be produced for both commercial and residential properties. In Scotland, responsibility for implementing the directive lies with the Scottish Buildings Standards Agency (SBSA). With very few exceptions, EPCs will soon be required for all buildings when they are constructed, sold or leased.
Home Reports - How they will affect you?
From December 2008, Home Reports will be needed for every property put on the market – in an effort to encourage a fairer and greener housing market, the Scottish Government has introduced legislation which means from 1 December 2008, all properties for sale in Scotland will have to be marketed with a Home Report.
The Whitewash is Dead – Long Live Financial Assistance (?)
On 1 October 2008, the old statutory prohibition on a private company giving financial assistance (such as by way of cash, security or guarantee) for the purpose of purchase of shares in itself or another group company, is repealed.