Specialist lender Together has announced that it will extend its dual representation proposition north of the border.

This change applies to unregulated loans up to £500,000 secured against residential property and brings Scotland in line with Together’s existing proposition in England and Wales.

Dual representation allows a single solicitor to act for both Together and the customer, streamlining the legal process and delivering a faster, more cost-effective experience. The extension applies exclusively to commercial finance transactions.

By adopting dual representation in Scotland, Together aims to accelerate completion times, enabling customers to access their funds more quickly.

Together will work with a panel of approved Scottish solicitors who are familiar with its procedures.

Commenting on the move, Together managing director of intermediaries Tanya Elmaz said: “Extending our dual representation proposition to Scotland is a significant step in enhancing our service to those buying property north of the border.

“This extension also opens up new opportunities for brokers, who can now submit Scottish cases requiring dual representation with confidence, knowing that Together has the infrastructure in place to support them.”