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As we approach the summer holidays, a frequently asked question is whether an individual requires the consent of their ex, the father or mother of their child, to travel abroad. If your ex-spouse or partner is named on the child’s birth certificate they have Parental Responsibilities and Rights and in principle could object to you travelling abroad, although the situation is not that simple.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking to recruit an experienced secretary to strengthen our busy conveyancing team in Perth. As a secretary in Macnabs, you will play a crucial role in supporting our firm's operations by performing a variety of secretarial and administrative tasks. This can be a full or part time role.

Going through separation or divorce is often a very emotive time, made even more sensitive when children are involved and child maintenance needs to be addressed. Child maintenance is the financial responsibility that both parents owe to their children, ensuring their wellbeing and upbringing, even after a separation or divorce. It is paid when one of the parents does not live with the child and is money to help pay for a child’s everyday living costs. At Macnabs, we understand the complexities surrounding child maintenance and want to provide insight on this topic, especially in light of recent high-profile cases, like that of former Celtic boss Neil Lennon.

As the new tax year unfolds, property investors and buyers in Scotland find themselves contending with revised regulations surrounding Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS). ADS is a tax payable on purchases of additional residential properties in Scotland, including buy-to-let properties and second homes, and is currently a 6% charge. It's an additional levy on top of the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) and can significantly impact the overall cost of property transactions.