Blogs & opinions
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Commercial common sense – the latest
Ordinary and natural meaning applies, even if bad bargain
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Implied terms in commercial contracts – the latest word
Term refused where not necessary to make lease work
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Procurement decision rejects lack of transparency claim
Ferry tender process did not require demand benchmarking
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Unfair prejudice petitions in the sheriff court
Novel questions raised in case involving former spouses
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Attempt to challenge arbitration ruling misconceived
Lesson for party litigants in failed action for payment
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Power and accountability
New Parliament should bring a new approach to the Holyrood committee system
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Letter: through to the bench
Readers asked whether sheriffs should be available by phone to discuss routine issues in a case