Crown Commercial Service
We are appointed to the CCS RM6240 Public Sector Legal Services Framework. If you would like us to provide you with a copy of our Prospectus, please contact our team.
Expert, efficient and cost effective legal advice
We are a full service firm and so will be able to support you across all of your requirements. We help our clients by providing competitive and clear fee structures, and are confident that our approach to feeing will be compatible with your requirements.
Commitment to the public sector
Our team has been providing commitment, clear advice and bespoke services to the public sector for decades. We use this experience to drive improvements and to look for more efficient ways in which to provide legal services. We employ high level people directly from the public sector with hands-on experience of the challenges our clients are required to meet. We also invest in specialised technology to help us deliver solutions in the right way for our clients.
Clear pricing and advice
We commit to transparency—clients never pay for unexpected invoices, as set out in our terms of business. It’s a key point of difference.
We give clear, practical advice with options for managing legal and reputational risks. Our expertise in advising public sector clients is unmatched.
We value the vital work of public bodies and support them in delivering services under scrutiny. Our competitive, transparent fees and efficient service delivery offer excellent value for money.
Scots law expertise
We are an independent Scottish law firm. We have over 450 people working with us and are one of the largest firms in Scotland. We are highly ranked in both the Chambers and Legal 500 independent legal directories where we are identified as having leaders in over 30 different practice areas including all of those covered by the scope of the CCS Framework
Given the nature of our client base, we are very experienced at working collaboratively with other law firms throughout the United Kingdom. We appreciate the benefits this approach can bring to clients.
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The Care Reform (Scotland) Act 2025
Following a somewhat turbulent time for health and social care reform, the Care Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 22 July 2025. This follows the scaling back of the plan to create a new National Care Service in Scotland under the National Care Service Bill.
Whilst the Care Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 (the Act) covers a number of care-related areas, this short briefing focuses on what the Act will mean for the commissioning and procurement of health and social care services in Scotland, once the relevant provisions come into force.
Competition Appeals Tribunal issues second judgment on application of the Subsidy Control Act 2022
CAT ruling in Weis v GMCA offers key guidance on applying the Commercial Market Operator principle under the Subsidy Control Act 2022, with important implications for public sector lending.
A brief guide on community asset transfers
Community Asset Transfer (“CAT”) is a statutory right under the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015. It enables community organisations to request the ownership, lease, or management of publicly owned land or buildings, with the intention of delivering long-term benefits for the local community. This mechanism is especially relevant for charities seeking to expand, provide new services, or secure premises. Importantly, the request must be granted by the relevant authority unless there are reasonable grounds for refusal.
Wasted Potential? What AI Could Do for Public Sector Waste
From tracking down fly-tippers to clearing overflowing bins, waste management is one of the most visible, and often scrutinised, functions of our public services. It’s also a frequent ‘headache headline’ for councils across the UK. As local authorities in Scotland grapple with budget constraints and rising demand, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way waste services are delivered. The technology holds real promise, but its implementation in the public sector is far from straightforward.