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Edinburgh’s statues spring into life with the help of AI filming techniques
17th April 2025Statues have been springing to life across Scotland’s capital city thanks to the creative talents of an award-winning filmmaker from Queen Margaret University (QMU), Edinburgh. Walid Salhab, a media practice lecturer at QMU, has injected life into Edinburgh’s most recently created sculptures using a blend of photography, AI and visual…
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Leader pays tribute to Councillor Val Walker
17th April 2025Following the sad passing of our Culture and Communities Convener Councillor Val Walker, Jane Meagher pays tribute. She said: “I was extremely sad to hear of Val’s sudden and unexpected death and my thoughts are with her family and friends. “It was a privilege to get to know Val, both…
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Regulation and Licensing of Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures
17th April 2025The beauty industry in Scotland continues to evolve and with it comes the need for tighter regulations. The Scottish Government issued a consultation paper (which closed on 14th February 2025) on the proposed licensing rules for non-surgical cosmetic procedures (NSCPs) such as Botox, dermal fillers and laser treatments to reduce…
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Pet Ownership in Separation: What You Need to Know
17th April 2025As a nation that cherishes animals, it’s no surprise that pets play a significant role in many families. With over half of UK households owning a pet – most commonly dogs and cats – the question of “who keeps the pet?” often arises during separations and can be a highly…
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How Wills and Estate Planning Protect Your Property for Future Generations
17th April 2025The information in this blog only applies to Scotland. How Wills and Estate Planning Protect Your Property for Future Generations When it comes to protecting your family assets, few decisions are as important as working with a legal team like Gilson Gray for wills and estate planning in Scotland. Whether you’re looking…
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UK ETA vs EU ETIAS: What Travellers Need to Know
17th April 2025As international travel becomes more digitised, two major pre-travel authorisation systems are emerging: the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) and the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS). Both aim to strengthen border security for visa-exempt travellers, but differ in scope, requirements, and timelines. UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) The…
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Personal Injury Claims – What’s it all about?
17th April 2025You’ve had an accident that wasn’t your fault and suffered an injury. The most common type of accidents are Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, or Accidents on Public Property or Business Premises. You think that the person or entity responsible should pay you compensation for your pain and suffering…
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The Hidden Costs of Handling Your Own Separation
17th April 2025As we continue to navigate the cost of living crisis, many of us are looking for ways to cut expenses. But when it comes to separation or divorce, is saving money in the short term worth the potential long-term financial risk? More separating couples are choosing to handle their own…
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Short-term Lets and other Licensing Appeals
17th April 2025Currently, Local Authorities through their Licensing Committees are processing Short-term Let Applications. These have, in a number of geographical areas, resulted in significant objection and as a consequence, applications have become opposed with a hearing taking place before the local Licensing Committee. Following upon the hearing, the application will either…
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Are You Financially Prepared for the Unexpected?
17th April 2025Research in 2025 has revealed a startling statistic: 1 in 10 adults aged 35-54 have no financial safety net. This means that a significant portion of working-age individuals could be at risk if faced with an unexpected financial challenge. Could You Manage if You Were Unable to Work? Life is unpredictable,…
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