Scotland
Scottish Future: A significant milestone
The debate on Scottish independence passed a significant milestone on 26 November, when the Scottish Government published its Guide to an Independent Scotland.
North of the border: Liability rethink leads to meso trial
The case of Bavaird v McAlpine (2013) concerned Gordon Bavaird’s death from mesothelioma in 2008, says Catriona Stewart.
DLG issues advice to customers in face of weather warnings
Direct Line Group has issued advice to its customers following warnings of high winds and flood risks issued for various regions in the UK.
Scottish broker GS swoops for UK General director Marshall
Independent broker GS Group has appointed UK General’s Stephen Marshall to lead the firm’s Glasgow branch team.
Cunningham Lindsey under instruction following helicopter crash
Cunningham Lindsey has confirmed it is one of the loss adjusters on the scene following the tragic helicopter crash in Glasgow, which claimed the lives of nine people.
Investigation underway into Scotland helicopter crash
At least nine people are known to have died after a police helicopter crashed into the roof of The Clutha pub in Glasgow, Scotland on Friday night.
Investigation underway into fatal helicopter crash
At least nine people are known to have died after a police helicopter crashed into the roof of The Clutha pub in Glasgow on Friday night.
Scottish QOCS recommendation 'agitating' insurers’ solicitors
Solicitors with insurer clients have been agitated by a recommendation to introduce qualified one way costs shifting in Scotland,according to the author of the report suggesting the change.
Interview: David Johnson: Wrapped up in foil
Having been involved with the Forum of Insurance Lawyers since the early beginnings of his career, incoming president David Johnson is keen to make his mark during his tenure. He reveals how he plans to consolidate the organisation’s new found authority…
Separate conduct regulator proposed in Scottish independence paper
Scotland would set up its own financial conduct regulator if it becomes independent from the UK, according to the Scottish government’s white paper on independence released today.
Market Moves: Big moves among brokers as Lyons and Trott re-emerge in new roles
A hectic spurt of recruitment this week saw some top-level moves at some of the UK’s largest brokers, with Gallagher recruiting an RSA account manager to help run sales in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Meanwhile. the Scottish broker’s former managing…
North of the border: The right to appeal
The current appeal arrangement in Scottish courts looks set to change under new legislation.
Scottish constitution: A separate health and safety regime for Scotland?
The Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013 is now in force across the UK, however what has gone largely overlooked thus far are the exceptions to ERRA and the potential for a uniquely Scottish approach to the regulation of health and safety.
Ex-Kwik Fit MD Lynch joins Glasgow-based broker
Laurie Ross Insurance has appointed former Kwik Fit Financial Services boss June Lynch as managing director.
North of the Border: Jury still out on court reform plan
It’s been called a “great project of civil court reform” by Lord Gill, and it is true the draft Court Reform (Scotland) Bill is a significant part of the Scottish government’s programme to overhaul and update Scotland’s justice system.
Actuaries report highlights GI challenges facing independent Scotland
An independent Scotland will spark regulatory concerns for consumers as well as opportunities for firms north of the border to establish a fledging general insurance market.
Scotland's Future: Battle of the reports
Earlier this year, the Treasury produced a report on the Scottish Government's proposals for macroeconomic financial regulation in the event of Scottish independence entitled Scotland analysis: Financial services and banking.
Bluefin unveils new sport director
Bluefin Insurance has appointed David Miller as director of Bluefin Sport for Scotland.
Ex HSBC chief economist to address Biba Scotland
Former HSBC economist Dennis Turner is to give the closing presentation at the British Insurance Broker's Association Scottish conference, set to be held near Stirling on 20 November.
Bereavement damages are a ‘postcode lottery’ say lawyers
Bereaved people in Scotland are treated more fairly than those in England and Wales when claiming damages for the loss of a family member, according to research by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
Scottish civil litigation costs review not a repeat of Jackson reforms
Taylor review’s key proposals include QOCS and referral fee approval
Costs report puts victims first
The recent Scottish report on the cost of civil litigation has “blazed a trail for fair play” in courts for injured people, according to the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
Scotland's Future - Scottish courts kick-start modernisation
In just over a year (18 September 2014) Scotland will decide whether it wishes to remain part of the UK or become an independent nation.
85 changes to funding Scottish civil litigation recommended
A review into the expenses and funding of civil litigation in Scotland has recommended 85 changes to the current system including solicitors being able to offer their clients "no win, no-fee" agreements.