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McGill's Buses illegally sacked worker who refused drug test over Snapchat beer video

Tenants urged to prepare as new housing laws take effect this year

The sentencing guidelines are meant to balance all factors a sheriff or judge should consider in a case

The sentencing guidelines are meant to balance all factors a sheriff or judge should consider in a case

Domestic violence

Have your say on how tough Scottish courts should be on domestic abusers

Molly Cuddihy's words were read out at the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry.

Molly Cuddihy's words were read out at the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry.

Late cancer campaigner slams 'utter contempt' of health bosses in final statement

Making the small claims process more accessible

Making the small claims process more accessible

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How online services are making the small claims process more accessible in the UK

Councillor Sandra Reynolds (SNP, Inverclyde West)

Councillor Sandra Reynolds (SNP, Inverclyde West)

Refugees and immigration

Sandra Reynolds: People fleeing persecution are being unfairly demonised

CVS Inverclyde tackle justice system stigma with new course

CVS Inverclyde tackle justice system stigma with new course

Free training module launched to raise awareness of justice system stigma

The session is designed to give clear, practical information

The session is designed to give clear, practical information

Greenock event offering free legal advice on wills and power of attorney

Golden Casket has said these products 'are neither authorised nor approved' by them

Golden Casket has said these products 'are neither authorised nor approved' by them

Inverclyde sweets firm hit out at fake 'Millions' nicotine pouches sold in shops

Jamie Greene MSP has lodged the so-called 'Suzanne's Law' amendment to the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill.

Jamie Greene MSP has lodged the so-called 'Suzanne's Law' amendment to the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill.

Inverclyde MSP defends 'Suzanne's Law' bid as top lawyer claims it's 'not needed'

John McTaggart threw boiling water over Lenny Cole (pictured) in the attack at Kilmarnock prison in March 2024.

John McTaggart threw boiling water over Lenny Cole (pictured) in the attack at Kilmarnock prison in March 2024.

Blood-soaked prisoner hurled boiling water over Greenock murder bid inmate

Leonard Cole attacked a fellow inmate within HMP Kilmarnock.

Leonard Cole attacked a fellow inmate within HMP Kilmarnock.

Greenock machete murder bid prisoner confesses to savage attack on fellow inmate

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation is assisting retailers in the area

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation is assisting retailers in the area

Warning to shop staff in Inverclyde ahead of single-use vaping ban

The club were slapped with the ban after failing to submit the required documentation when signing ex-Liverpool kid Jack Bearne.

The club were slapped with the ban after failing to submit the required documentation when signing ex-Liverpool kid Jack Bearne.

Greenock Morton FC

Why Premier League Champions Liverpool are connected to Morton transfer ban

Ton bosses confirmed that they are in talks with FIFA to resolve what they describe as 'an administration error'.

Ton bosses confirmed that they are in talks with FIFA to resolve what they describe as 'an administration error'.

Greenock Morton FC

Morton confirm 'dialogue' with FIFA after being slapped with registration ban

The Cappielow club have been slapped with the embargo

The Cappielow club have been slapped with the embargo

Greenock Morton FC

Morton hit by FIFA ban prohibiting the registration of any new players

An online session will also be offered

An online session will also be offered

Free legal information session for Inverclyde carers to be held this May

Peter Watt says he's disappointed at the police decision to drop its investigation into McClure Solicitors.

Peter Watt says he's disappointed at the police decision to drop its investigation into McClure Solicitors.

Greenock man hits out after police drop probe into local law firm's collapse

McClure Solicitors collapsed in 2021, leaving thousands of clients out of pocket.

McClure Solicitors collapsed in 2021, leaving thousands of clients out of pocket.

Police drop criminal investigation into collapse of Greenock law firm

More than £1.3m was paid out to Greenock law firms in legal aid in 2023-24 - but local solicitor Aidan Gallagher says a failure to increase some payments in line with inflation has left many firms living a

More than £1.3m was paid out to Greenock law firms in legal aid in 2023-24 - but local solicitor Aidan Gallagher says a failure to increase some payments in line with inflation has left many firms living a

Scotland's Legal Aid Crisis

Greenock law firms 'living hand to mouth' despite £1.3m in legal aid payouts

Police Scotland has secured funding to renovate the room

Police Scotland has secured funding to renovate the room

Police Scotland

Funding secured to create safe room for Inverclyde abuse survivors

Fewer bail applications are likely to be opposed by prosecutors at Greenock Sheriff Court under temporary changes to the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service.

Fewer bail applications are likely to be opposed by prosecutors at Greenock Sheriff Court under temporary changes to the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service.

More Greenock court accused could be allowed their freedom as bail guidelines relaxed

Balrossie closed in the late 1990s.

Balrossie closed in the late 1990s.

Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry

Child abuse inquiry to hear evidence relating to former Kilmacolm school

Former McClure's Solicitors in Greenock

Former McClure's Solicitors in Greenock

Victims of collapsed Greenock law firm will hold meetings in Glasgow next month

Children are required to use car seats until the age of 12 or until they are 135cm tall

Children are required to use car seats until the age of 12 or until they are 135cm tall

Expert reveals where you should place your child car seat to avoid a hefty fine

Can I call the police on my neighbours for loud music?

Can I call the police on my neighbours for loud music?

What time does a neighbour's loud music have to stop in the UK?

Does your smart doorbell record your street or a neighbouring home? If so you could be breaking the law

Does your smart doorbell record your street or a neighbouring home? If so you could be breaking the law

Homes and interiors

Could your smart doorbell be breaking the law? This is what the law says

In most cases neighbours will be accommodating and allow you access for any works or repairs that need to be carried out, but if they don't here is what to do.

In most cases neighbours will be accommodating and allow you access for any works or repairs that need to be carried out, but if they don't here is what to do.

Can a neighbour refuse access for maintenance or repairs? What are your rights

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Drivers warned over common summer mistake that could land them £1,000 fine

If a neighbour enters your garden without permission, it could be classed as trespassing

If a neighbour enters your garden without permission, it could be classed as trespassing

Do I have to allow my neighbour access to my garden? This is what the law says

Attachments on fences without explicit consent could lead to legal disputes and trespassing issues.

Attachments on fences without explicit consent could lead to legal disputes and trespassing issues.

Can I remove things my neighbour has attached to my fence? How to resolve the issue

Trespassing law differs in Scotland and England

Trespassing law differs in Scotland and England

Can you be arrested for trespassing in the UK? Everything you need to know

A personal tax accountant can be an invaluable asset to your business

A personal tax accountant can be an invaluable asset to your business

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How a personal tax accountant can help self-employed persons

How do I check if someone is using my WiFi?

How do I check if someone is using my WiFi?

Can my neighbour legally use my WiFi without permission in the UK?

Consumer Scotland chief executive Sam Ghibaldan has written a letter to Siobhian Brown MSP regarding the collapse of McClure's

Consumer Scotland chief executive Sam Ghibaldan has written a letter to Siobhian Brown MSP regarding the collapse of McClure's

Scottish Government

Consumer body calls on ministers to better support clients of collapsed law firm

The garden-building experts at Tiger, have revealed nine ways that we Brits could potentially be fined in our yards.

The garden-building experts at Tiger, have revealed nine ways that we Brits could potentially be fined in our yards.

9 ways you could be fined in your own garden and face fines of up to £30k

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Is it illegal to drive with your car's inside lights on?

Teacher acquitted of alleged sexual activity with pupil is now set to be struck off

Paul O'Kane MSP / EE call centre

Paul O'Kane MSP / EE call centre

Jobs and careers

Paul O'Kane MSP urges BT bosses to keep the EE Greenock call centre open

Stuart McMillan hosted an event at the Beacon

Stuart McMillan hosted an event at the Beacon

MSP says someone must be held accountable for McClure's collapse chaos

Former McClures offices

Former McClures offices

Police launch investigation into failed Greenock law firm McClure's

James and Sandy Easdale have been plagued by the Art Hostage blogger

James and Sandy Easdale have been plagued by the Art Hostage blogger

'Investigator' faces jail for targeting Inverclyde billionaires over false claims

SLCC information event at the Beacon in Greenock

SLCC information event at the Beacon in Greenock

McClure's Solicitors: More people affected by law firm's collapse than first thought

MSP Stuart McMillan has partnered up with the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission to host an information evening for locals affected by the collapse of McClure solicitors.

MSP Stuart McMillan has partnered up with the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission to host an information evening for locals affected by the collapse of McClure solicitors.

Former clients of collapsed McClure solicitors urged to attend information evening

What times can alcohol be purchased in Scottish shops and supermarkets?

What times can alcohol be purchased in Scottish shops and supermarkets?

How does minimum unit pricing work and when can I buy alcohol in Scotland?

From being drunk in charge of a cow to what you can and can't do with a cannon, here are some of Scotland's strangest laws.

From being drunk in charge of a cow to what you can and can't do with a cannon, here are some of Scotland's strangest laws.

Scotland's weirdest and most bizarre laws you've probably never heard of

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Is it illegal to drive with your car's inside lights on?

Former McClure's office in Greenock

Former McClure's office in Greenock

STUART MCMILLAN COLUMN

Stuart McMillan

Collapse of Greenock law firm hits many local clients

More than 2.7 million drivers across England, Scotland and Wales currently have at least three points on their driving licences as a result of motoring offences.

More than 2.7 million drivers across England, Scotland and Wales currently have at least three points on their driving licences as a result of motoring offences.

Driving offences that could land you the most points on your licence revealed

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Is it illegal to drive with your car's inside lights on?

Simon Mitchell is due to go on trial at Greenock Sheriff Court later this month

Simon Mitchell is due to go on trial at Greenock Sheriff Court later this month

Greenock Sheriff Court

Greenock 'child grooming' trial set to start after legal debate and delays

Can I park on a dropped kerb in the UK?

Can I park on a dropped kerb in the UK?

Is it illegal to park your car in front of driveways and on dropped kerbs?

What is the maximum height of a garden fence in the UK?

What is the maximum height of a garden fence in the UK?

How high can a garden fence between neighbours be in the UK?

Ferguson Marine and (inset) Jim McColl

Ferguson Marine and (inset) Jim McColl

Tycoon condemns SNP ferry fiasco contract 'cover-up' revealing fixed costs 'lies'