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The Smart Way to Build and Protect Your Brand
2025-03-20 11:30 - 13:00 UTC
Join us for an interactive session led by GrowBiz Enterprise Facilitator Becca Flory, who is a serial entrepreneur and lawyer.
Using case studies, Becca will share ‘dos and don’ts’ as well as practical tips on how to help you run your business safely and confidently—without the legal jargon!
You’ll leave with clear, actionable steps to protect and grow your business. In this session, Becca will cover:

GDPR made simple: Learn how to responsibly capture customer details for email marketing and build lasting customer relationships.
Clear agreements: Discover how to create service agreements for suppliers and customers to ensure smooth working relationships and avoid misunderstandings.
Protect your brand: Understand how to safeguard your creative work so others can’t copy you.
Effective terms and conditions: Craft T&Cs that truly serve your business goals.

These topics often feel intimidating, but Becca will show you how easy it can be. With her guidance, you’ll gain the clarity and confidence to focus on growing your business.

Thorntons Webinar - Employment Law
2025-09-23 09:30 - 10:30
Join Debbie and Amy to discuss the tricky issue of assessing employment status and why it’s important. The webinar will include:

The differences between self-employment, worker and employment status (employment rights, tax position and right to bring employment claims)
Why it’s important to identify the correct employment status, particularly the importance of ensuring that an individual is genuinely self-employed
The key areas to take into account when assessing employment status

This webinar will be useful for business owners, those responsible for employing staff and those either engaging or considering engaging self-employed consultants/contractors.

Thorntons Webinar - Implications of the Proposed Changes to APR and BPR for Family Farming Businesses
2025-09-30 09:30 - 10:30
With the Government having now published their draft Bill in respect of changes to Agricultural and Business Property Reliefs from Inheritance Tax, family farming businesses should now be reviewing their existing arrangements to ensure that they maximise the reliefs that are to be available after April 2026.
This may necessitate restructuring their existing legal set up, transferring assets onto the next generation sooner than would otherwise have been the case and reviewing their Wills.
Our presenters will highlight the issues and the potential solutions.

Building soil monitoring into policy
2025-10-24 10:30 - 12:00
Part of the “Envisioning the future of soil health monitoring” series for AI 4 Soil Health (AI4SH), hosted by Soil Association.
What data do policymakers need to protect soils, and how will the new EU Soil Monitoring Law help deliver it? How can projects like AI4SH support member states in turning the Soil Monitoring Law into effective monitoring systems on the ground? What lessons can we learn from Denmark’s approach to integrating soil monitoring into its national environmental monitoring programme?
Sign up to this free webinar to join leading experts to discuss these topics and learn more about how soil science is being used to develop European policies.
In this webinar we are joined by AI 4 Soil Health project partners and policy experts to discuss the opportunities and challenges of implementing the new Soil Monitoring Law across Europe. The panel will explore how robust soil data can bridge the gap between science and policy, what practical steps are needed to embed monitoring into national programmes, and how collaborative projects can accelerate progress towards healthier soils across the EU.

Thorntons Webinar - An update on the Housing (Scotland) Bill
2025-11-13 09:30 - 10:30
Housing law for private tenancies in Scotland is currently undergoing rapid change and the Housing (Scotland) Bill is anticipated to be passed by The Scottish Parliament later this year. The Bill is currently at stage 3 in The Scottish Parliament. This seminar will provide private landlords with an update on the Bill and other issues affecting private tenancies.
This seminar is suitable for private landlords who wish to gain an up-to-date understanding of the law and anticipated changes.

Legal essentials for small business owners | Lunch and Learn
2025-11-17 12:00 - 12:30
Running a business comes with countless responsibilities, and legal compliance is one of the most important.
In this session, Patricia Wing (CEO of SuLe) breaks down the legal essentials every business owner needs to know.
From contracts and intellectual property to employment and data protection, this webinar will help founders and business owners gain clarity and confidence in managing their company’s legal foundations – all without the legal jargon.
Topics covered in this session:

How to understand your legal obligations: The fundamental legal requirements that apply to businesses of all sizes, from company formation to day-to-day operations.
How to protect your business assets: Safeguard your contracts, intellectual property and brand to prevent costly legal disputes.
How to stay compliant and confident: Practical, actionable insights to keep your business compliant with current laws and best practices, saving time, money and stress.

Legally Speaking: Navigating the New Landscape of IHT Reforms
2025-12-04 12:30 - 13:30
The IHT planning landscape is changing rapidly, since the delivery of the Autumn Budget 2024 and with potentially more changes afoot in the upcoming Autumn Budget 2025. With sweeping reforms to pension death benefits, agricultural property relief, business property relief and domicile rules already announced, the need for expert strategic estate planning has never been greater.
Join us for a free live webinar, where our panel of legal experts will unpack the draft legislation and new announcements, explore the practical implications, and share insights to help you take advantage of the planning opportunities.

Thorntons Webinar - What to Expect in 2026
2026-01-20 09:30 - 10:30
In 2025, there were significant changes to UK immigration law which impacted international citizens living and working in Scotland. Further change is expected in 2026, with the UK Government expected to make further changes to work visa routes and the path to settlement and citizenship.
Join our specialist immigration team to find out what these changes mean for individuals, families and businesses.

Employment Rights Bill – Planning for Change
2026-01-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Business Gateway Arbroath, Unit 9 Harbour Visitor Centre, Arbroath, DD11 1PS
The approval of the Employment Rights Bill is your early warning and early action is always cheaper and easier than reacting later.
These sessions are ideal for SME owners, directors, and managers who want clarity and practical guidance without the fluff. They’re time-efficient, focused on what really matters, and delivered in plain English. Our HR Adviser will cover the Employment Rights Bill, key changes for SMEs, what to do now (and what can wait), and how to stay compliant.
You’ll learn:

What the Employment Rights Bill means in simple, plain English
Which changes are most relevant to SMEs
What actions you should be taking now
How to stay compliant without over-complicating your processes
How to manage employees confidently as expectations evolve

You’ll leave with clear next steps tailored to SMEs, practical examples you can apply straight away, and the confidence to manage people effectively as expectations evolve.

Legal Update: The Data Use and Access Act 2025 revisited
2026-02-04 09:30 - 10:30
Join Loretta Maxfield and Morgan O’Neill for an update on the implementation of the Data Use and Access Act 2026.
Loretta and Morgan will recap on the key changes and implications for organisations, how to prepare and adapt to the requirements and there will be Q&A for you to ask our experts questions about this legislative change.

DPIA’s: How to document and manage data protection
2026-03-05 09:30 - 10:30
Join Loretta Maxfield and Morgan O’Neill for an expert-led session to explore the topic of Data Protection Impact Assessments and to understand your organisations obligations to complete DPIA’s under Article 35 of UK GDPR.
The webinar will provide an overview of what a DPIA is and when is it required, how to complete a DPIA and we will look at how to complete a DPIA for AI technology. We will conclude with a Q&A where you can submit questions to our specialists.

Discrimination Law Case Update
2026-03-11 09:30 - 10:30
Discrimination law continues to evolve at pace, and keeping up with employer responsibilities has never been more important – or more challenging. With the margin for error often narrow, even well‑intentioned organisations can find themselves exposed to risk.
Join Andrew Wallace and Jillian McLaughlan, where they will break down some of the most significant recent discrimination cases and explore what they mean in practical terms for employers. By highlighting the latest trends, key judgments, and common pitfalls, our employment law specialists will equip you with clear, actionable insights to help you navigate this complex area with confidence.

Data Protection Compliance: Data Mapping and Records
2026-04-02 09:30 - 10:30
Join our data protection specialists Loretta Maxfield and Morgan O’Neill for an in-depth practical session on the requirement of Article 30 of UK GDPR requires under GDPR.
The webinar will cover topics including how to build and maintain accurate ROPAs, common challenges and solutions for data mapping and practical tips for ongoing compliance. The webinar will conclude with a Q&A session with our team.
