Craig Mckellar

Winter in Scotland can be breathtaking, with snow-topped hills, crisp air and stunning landscapes. But with its beauty comes real risk, especially on the roads. Year on year, freezing temperatures, high winds, heavy rainfall and sudden snowfall cause hazardous conditions across the country. Whether you are commuting through the Central Belt, negotiating rural Highland roads or travelling through coastal routes, it is essential that drivers stay prepared.

The Transport (Scotland) Act 2019 has brought about significant changes to parking rules in Scotland. One of the key provisions of the Act is the ban on parking on pavements, aimed at protecting vulnerable road users. This article will explore the implications of this new rule and how it is expected to impact both drivers and pedestrians in Scotland.

Making the headlines over the past few weeks is the news of a £650,000 personal injury claim being dismissed by an Irish court after it found that the claimant’s allegations about the extent of her injuries were exaggerated. The claimant was involved in a car accident in 2017 and raised a personal injury action against the other driver’s insurer.