Several new laws will be affecting Scots this month with even more proposals underway, from a tourist tax to congestion charges.
From renters' protections to fireworks, the public will see a number of changes which are either starting this month or have recently passed legislation. Plus, a UK wide move will require those receiving state pension through Post Office accounts to make new arrangements by the end of the month.
Here's what you should know as November gets underway.
New fireworks law
The Scottish Government has cracked down on people supplying fireworks to anyone under the age of 18.
On top of the existing £5,000 fine, anyone caught supplying fireworks or other pyrotechnics to those under the legal age could also be hit with a six month jail sentence.
The move, which came into effect in October, aims to protect communities ahead of Bonfire Night this November 5.
Post Office card accounts closure
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will no longer pay state pension into claimants with Post Office card accounts (POca) from November 30.
The original November 2021 deadline was extended by one year for those receiving state pension, but not for those using POca for other benefits. That means people who receive of state pension will have to open a second payment account by the end of the month.
People unable to do so can apply to the Payment Exception Service, which allows claimants to receive DWP benefits via a pay point outlet with either a payment card, email or text with a voucher code.
If you do not update your DWP account details, you will be automatically moved onto the Payment Exception Service.
