Charles Russell Speechlys Podcast Channel: Recent Episodes
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For founders, reputation is one of the most valuable—and vulnerable—business assets. In an age where personal and corporate brands are more intertwined than ever, a founder’s profile can drive authenticity, trust and customer loyalty, but it can also concentrate reputational risk in a single individual. From social media activity and historical online content to public statements and personal conduct, every interaction can shape perceptions of the business. Effective reputation management, clear crisis planning and strong communication strategies are therefore essential for founders and brands looking to protect their reputation, navigate scrutiny and build long-term resilience.
In this episode of the Retail Collection podcast, Claudine Morgan, Partner and Senior Associate in the Reputation Management team, sat down with Hannah Gornall, a Senior Associate in Commercial Dispute Resolution and Bethaney Durkin, Director at Byfield Consultancy, sat down to explore these issues and the potential risks that reputational risks carry for brand founders.
In this bonus episode, our hosts and rights of light experts, James Souter and Jerome Webb are joined by Georgina Muskett, Senior Associate at Charles Russell Speechlys, to discuss the decision on costs in the Bankside rights of light case.
If you have any questions regarding rights of light or the topics discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out to James Souter or Jerome Webb.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
This episode examines the vast range of disputes that can emerge from the world of professional football and the role of arbitration in resolving them. Hosted by Jue Jun Lu, a partner specialising in international arbitration, the episode brings together three members of Charles Russell Speechly’s Sports Group: Darren Bailey in London, Benoit Pasquier in Zurich and Serge Vittoz in Geneva.
The discussion provides an overview of some of the issues and disputes specific to professional football, from player, coach and club contracts to disciplinary and integrity issues such as betting, match-fixing, discrimination and off-field conduct. In terms of arbitration, the episode analyses consent to arbitration, challenges to FA arbitration awards through landmark cases, and the role of the Court of Arbitration for Sport as the "supreme court" of world sport.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
This episode examines the UAE’s New Civil Code and its practical implications for construction contracts, contractors, employers and their advisers. Moderated by Paula Boast, Partner and Head of Construction, Engineering & Projects Middle East, the episode features insights from Maher Al Nashar, Partner, and Glenn Bull, Senior Associate.
The discussion provides a practical overview of the key reforms introduced by the New Civil Code and what they mean for parties involved in construction projects in the UAE. The episode explores the interplay between the new statutory provisions and FIDIC-based contracts, the impact of the regional conflict on hardship claims, the practical implications of the new defects regime for mid-project remediation, and the steps parties should be taking now to ensure their contracts and claims management processes are fit for purpose.
Human rights due diligence is no longer a compliance exercise — it is a strategic imperative. As regulatory frameworks tighten and scrutiny intensifies, businesses that truly understand their supply chains, engage meaningfully with rights holders and prioritise their most salient risks will not only mitigate legal and reputational exposure, but strengthen resilience, protect continuity and build long-term value.
In the third episode of this miniseries – and as part of the Retail Collection series – Kerry Stares, Partner and Director for Responsible Business at Charles Russell Speechlys, sat down with Duncan Warner, Senior Responsible Sourcing & Human Rights Manager for ASDA, to discuss these issues in more depth on developing a more robust framework for human rights due diligence.
Emma Humphreys is joined by Dan Moore of our Corporate Insolvency & Restructuring Team to talk about how CVAs and Restructuring Plans operate, the current trends in their use and what landlords can do if their tenant proposes one.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
In this episode, hosted by Thomas R. Snider, Partner and Head of International Arbitration, and joined by fellow partners Luca Beffa (Geneva) and Simon Le Wita (Paris), we turn the spotlight on the new ICC Arbitration Rules 2026, which came into effect on 1 June 2026.
We are delighted to be joined by a very special guest, Claudia Salomon, President of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, who has been at the helm of the ICC Court during the development of these landmark revisions. Claudia walks us through the key changes introduced by the 2026 Rules, including the removal of mandatory Terms of Reference, enhanced disclosure requirements, revised time limits for final awards, and the introduction of the new highly expedited arbitration procedure.
Luca and Simon also offer their perspectives as counsel and arbitrators on the practical impact of these changes. Join us for a fascinating conversation about the most significant update to the ICC Rules in five years and what it means for the future of international arbitration.
Fat Macy’s is reshaping what social mobility looks like in London — supporting people in temporary accommodation to rebuild confidence, gain real-world experience and move towards lasting employment and stable housing. By combining structured training with hands-on hospitality placements and tailored, wraparound support, it tackles the systemic barriers that keep people trapped between benefits and work, turning potential into long-term opportunity. Additionally, it also runs as a successful business as an extension of its charitable arm which helps drive its operations further.
In this episode of the Retail Collection, Iwan Thomas, a Senior Associate in the Corporate team, sat down with Tori Western, Operations and Development Manager at Fat Macy’s, to learn more about this purpose led business, its uniqueness as a concept, and insights into its social enterprise and business elements. The Charles Russell Speechlys Foundation has supported Fat Macy’s for over 5 years, through grant funding as one of our London charity partners.
Technology is reshaping many dimensions of sport — from the way athletes train, recover and perform, team strategy and tactics, to how fans bond with their team. The real transformation lies in the convergence of data and human expertise: turning vast streams of data and information into actionable insight as a tool to improving the on field success of a sporting organisation. As investment accelerates and AI moves from experimentation to execution, those who harness technology responsibly — while navigating its legal, ethical and governance challenges — will be well placed to integrate the use of data into their sporting strategy.
Anna Sowerby, Associate in the Commercial team at Charles Russell Speechlys, sat down with Andrew Kitchen, deputy General Counsel of Hudl, to discuss the evolution of technology’s involvement in sport and the ever increasing impact it is having, particularly around performance of athletes and teams.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
This episode provides a clear, practical guide to dawn raids – what they are, which authorities can carry them out, and how organisations can prepare for and manage them effectively. Hosted by Jonathan Huth, Partner (Dubai), the episode features insights from Pierre Bydovsky, Partner (Geneva), and Richard Burger, Partner (London), alongside guest speaker Alexandra Will, Financial Crime and Regulatory Partner at Grant Thornton.
The discussion covers the nature and scope of dawn raids, preparation and readiness strategies, how to handle the critical first moments when investigators arrive, document requests and what companies can and cannot do during a raid, and the role of senior management and boards during investigations. The episode also examines common pitfalls when organisations face surprise regulatory visits, the consequences of failing to cooperate, and practical steps to take once a raid concludes. The episode closes with key practical advice for organisations navigating this area.
As human rights and supply chain regulation hardens and legislative scrutiny intensifies, businesses must move fast—embedding risk based due diligence deep into their operations and supply chains. With new laws reshaping expectations across jurisdictions, the challenge is clear: understand the rules, prioritise the real risks, and build supply chains that are resilient, responsible, and ready for what’s next.
In this new mini-series on supply chain due diligence, Kerry Stares, Partner and Director of Responsible Business at Charles Russell Speechlys sits down with guests to discuss these issues in greater depth. In this episode, Kerry is joined by Peter Nestor, Global Head of Human Rights at Novartis to dive deeper into human rights risk based due diligence, prioritising human rights considerations within an organisation, and the ways in which businesses can adapt to these developments.
As human rights and supply chain regulation hardens and legislative scrutiny intensifies, businesses must move fast—embedding risk based due diligence deep into their operations and supply chains. With new laws reshaping expectations across jurisdictions, the challenge is clear: understand the rules, prioritise the real risks, and build supply chains that are resilient, responsible, and ready for what’s next.
In this new mini-series on supply chain due diligence, Kerry Stares, Partner and Director of Responsible Business at Charles Russell Speechlys sits down with guests to discuss these issues in greater depth. In this episode, Kerry is joined by Christina Rahbek CRA, Partner at Gorrissen Federspiel in Denmark, and Ingo Theusinger, Partner at Noerr in Germany, to discuss the cross-jurisdictional impact of the new laws.
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 will fundamentally impact the way certain commercial properties are managed – both by owners/landlords and the businesses occupying them. Ben Butterworth and Rory Partridge join Emma Humphreys to provide valuable insights and practical advice on how to navigate and comply with this new law. It's an essential listen for any commercial property owner or business who wants to stay ahead of the curve and ensure their premises are ready for the changes – to be both safe and compliant.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
In this episode of Disputes Over Donuts, our three hosts Patrick Gearon, Partner and Head of Middle East, Paula Boast (Partner and Head of Construction, Engineering & Projects, Middle East), and Christopher O’Brien, Senior Associate, are joined by Umar Azmeh, Registrar of the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre.
Umar discusses what attracted him to the role of Registrar, explains what sets the QICDRC apart, its emphasis on thought leadership, and his vision for its future.
Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Ashpen Rajah of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2026. Themes discussed include:
- How to satisfy ground (f) of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
- Proposed changes to commercial lease rent reviews
- Getting ready for the Renters’ Rights Act 2025
- What’s happening with leasehold reform?
- Working with the Building Safety Act 2022
- Developments in case-law on protestors
For more detail on the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, listen to: Property Patter Podcast: Top 5 Changes under the new Renters’ Rights Act 2025
To stay up-to-date on residential property changes, keep an eye on our Essential Residential Hub | Charles Russell Speechlys
Cases and legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are:
- Spirit Pub Company (Managed) Limited v. Pridewell Properties (London) Limited [Unreported, Mayor’s and City of London County Court, 14 March 2025] – being appealed to the High Court to be heard in March 2026
- S Franses Ltd v. Cavendish Hotel (London) Ltd [2018] UKSC 62
- Peachside Limited v. Lee [2024] EWHC 921 (TCC)
- English Devolution and Empowerment Bill
- Law Commission project page on Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: https://lawcom.gov.uk/project/business-tenancies-the-right-to-renew/
- Renters’ Rights Act 2025
- Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024
- Triathlon Homes LLP v Stratford Village Development Partnership and Others [2025] EWCA Civ 846
- Adriatic Land 5 Limited v. Long Leaseholders at Hippersley Point and Another [2025] EWCA Civ 856
This episode of Extra Time turns to the philanthropic side of the game and how sport can be used to address some of the challenges that young people in society, young men in particular, are confronted with.
Football Beyond Borders recently launched the Lost Boys Taskforce, an initiative designed to respond to the increasing pressures adolescents experience during their formative years and the long-term consequences these pressures can have. At the heart of the initiative is the Trusted Adult Guarantee, a nationwide call to train 10,000 adults to act as mentors outside a young person’s immediate family—providing a support network, positive encouragement, and consistent guidance.
David Savage, Social Mobility Champion and Partner in the Construction and Real Estate team, sat down with Paul Barber OBE, Chief Executive and Deputy Chairman of Brighton & Hove Albion FC, to highlight the urgent need for meaningful intervention—and the role trusted adults can play in positively shaping decision making at critical moments in a young person’s life.
The Renters’ Rights Act represents a significant shift in relations between landlords and tenants in the private rented sector. Lauren Fraser and Laura Bushaway join Emma Humphreys to discuss their “Top 5” changes to prepare for.
For further information on the detail of the changes and to keep up-to-date as the legislation takes effect, head to our Essential Residential Hub.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
In this episode of Disputes Over Donuts, hosts Thomas R. Snider, Partner and Head of International Arbitration, and Simon Le Wita, Partner, are joined by Jehad Kazim, Executive Director of the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), and Jean-Rémi de Maistre, CEO & Co Founder of Jus Mundi, for a practical discussion on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the arbitral landscape.
The conversation explores real world use cases of AI in arbitration - including legal research, document analysis, drafting, and arbitrator selection - and examines the recently announced DIAC - Jus Mundi AI and innovation partnership. The guests assess the benefits and risks of accelerated adoption, from efficiency gains and enhanced decision support to concerns around confidentiality, bias, and explainability, and consider how current regulatory approaches measure up. They also discuss market attitudes, how scepticism can be addressed and how institutions can build trust, and look ahead to the next five years.
Join us for another episode of our podcast series Extra Time. While often undocumented, professional athletes and footballers often face legal and financial pitfalls during their playing careers, which, if not managed with attention, can sometimes lead to financial hardship once they’ve retired.
Joshua Green, Senior Associate in the Family team, sat down with David Blows, a well-known financial planner at FLM, to discuss the reasons for the rate of bankruptcy among athletes, such as the impact and duration of a playing career, biology, lack of quality financial advice, lifestyle creep, divorce and separation, and more, can sometimes have adverse consequences on them once their playing days are over. We also discuss the advice that’s given to athletes to avoid financial problems through adapting their habits and being as disciplined off the pitch as they are on it.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
This episode offers a concise, practical view of international mediation - what it is, where it adds value, and how to approach it in cross-border disputes. Hosted by Tamasin Perkins, Partner, the episode contains insights from Peter Smith, Legal Director, and guest speakers Michael Patchett-Joyce, Barrister (3 Hare Court), and Frank Eijkman, Dispute Resolution Advisor and Foundation Co-ordinator at the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR).
The discussion covers core definitions and benefits of mediation, sector use-cases, global and UK trends, what makes an effective mediator, and how barrister experience informs mediation practice. It also addresses preparation and client strategy, common misconceptions, confidentiality, cost and accessibility, the rise of online mediation, and culturally informed, creative outcomes. The episode closes with quick tips for lawyers and clients considering mediation for the first time.
In this episode Georgina Muskett, Senior Associate at Charles Russell Speechlys is joined by her colleagues Chandni Pandya and Harriet Durn, both associates in the Real Estate Disputes team, and James Fieldsend, a specialist property barrister at Tanfield Chambers. This episode looks to the future of leasehold reform and considers the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 and considers the impact of the Building Safety Act 2022 on all things service charge related.
This podcast also looks at the following Court of Appeal decisions: Adriatic Land 5 Limited v Long Leaseholders of Hippersley Point [2025] EWCA Civ 856 and Triathlon Homes LLP v Stratford Village Development Partnership [2025] EWCA Civ 846
In this episode, our hosts and rights of light experts, James Souter and Jerome Webb are joined by Peter John, the Leader of Southwark Council between 2010 and 2020, to explore how Section 203 of the Housing and Planning Act 2016 can be used by developers to overcome the rights of light risk.
If you have any questions regarding rights of light or the topics discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out to James Souter or Jerome Webb.
Overview of Light Bites, expert nuggets for the seasoned developer.Hosted by rights of light experts James Souter of Charles Russell Speechlys and Jerome Webb of GIA Surveyors, this podcast mini-series features leading industry and legal experts discussing the recent Bankside decision and analysing how it might help shape the approach to the mitigation of the rights of light risk by developers.
James Souter is recognised as a rights of light expert. He specialises in disputes relating to the use, occupation and development of land and has a significant advisory practice focused on dispute avoidance. James is a member of the UK Executive Committee of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Jerome Webb is a fellow of the RICS with over 30 years of surveying experience. He is a highly respected professional in the UK property sector, specialising in Rights of Light and Daylight & Sunlight. Jerome’s background spans property, planning, property law, development, and strategic planning, enabling him to offer comprehensive support to clients from site acquisition through planning to on-site delivery and beyond. He is also a highly regarded Expert Witness in Rights of Light litigation and Planning Appeals.
To conclude our mini-series, we will be hosting a roundtable for developers and other stakeholders in the rights of light world to continue the conversation. If you wish to participate and help shape the mitigation of the rights of light risk going forward, please register your interest here.
In this episode, our hosts and rights of light experts, James Souter and Jerome Webb are joined by barristers, Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Elizabeth Fitzgerald of Falcon Chambers to discuss the biggest challenge faced by developers in rights to light claim, namely the vexed question of whether the court will grant an injunction or damages in lieu.
If you have any questions regarding rights of light or the topics discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out to James Souter or Jerome Webb.
Overview of Light Bites, expert nuggets for the seasoned developer.Hosted by rights of light experts James Souter of Charles Russell Speechlys and Jerome Webb of GIA Surveyors, this podcast mini-series features leading industry and legal experts discussing the recent Bankside decision and analysing how it might help shape the approach to the mitigation of the rights of light risk by developers.
James Souter is recognised as a rights of light expert. He specialises in disputes relating to the use, occupation and development of land and has a significant advisory practice focused on dispute avoidance. James is a member of the UK Executive Committee of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Jerome Webb is a fellow of the RICS with over 30 years of surveying experience. He is a highly respected professional in the UK property sector, specialising in Rights of Light and Daylight & Sunlight. Jerome’s background spans property, planning, property law, development, and strategic planning, enabling him to offer comprehensive support to clients from site acquisition through planning to on-site delivery and beyond. He is also a highly regarded Expert Witness in Rights of Light litigation and Planning Appeals.
To conclude our mini-series, we will be hosting a roundtable for developers and other stakeholders in the rights of light world to continue the conversation. If you wish to participate and help shape the mitigation of the rights of light risk going forward, please register your interest here.
The focus of this episode of Extra Time, shifts to a discussion about becoming a lawyer in the sport sector. Thus far, the debate has looked at the operational side of sport and the legal infrastructure around it, but how does one actually become a sport lawyer? Richard Davies, Partner and Head of the Sport Group at Charles Russell Speechlys, sat down with Danielle Sharkey, Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution team, and Anna Sowerby, Associate in the Commercial team, to discuss how their mutual passion for sport propelled them into a career which allowed them to blend a personal passion with their respective careers.
The team share key insights on their routes to becoming sport lawyers, top tips for establishing your sport law practice, high-lights, as well as some of the challenges that come with being a lawyer in such a dynamic and constantly evolving industry.
In this episode Georgina Muskett, Senior Associate at Charles Russell Speechlys is joined by her colleague Harriet Durn, an associate specialising in Real Estate Disputes, and Kate Traynor, a specialist property barrister at Landmark Chambers. This episode covers the power of the Tribunal to vary residential leases, circumstances in which a landlord or leaseholder might seek to vary a lease (and examples of where the Tribunal has exercised it’s discretion in this area) and some practical takeaways to consider.
This podcast also considers the following decisions: 56 Westbourne Terrace RTM Company Limited v Polturak and Ors [2025] UKUT 88 (LC), Triplerose Ltd v Stride [2019] UKUT 99 (LC), Bath Ground Rent Estate Ltd v. Lessees of 1-8 Baden House (Unreported, CHI/00AH/LVT/2006/0005 LVT) and Sussex Property Development v. Amin (Unreported, CHI/00ML/LSC/2004/0003/LVT)
In this episode, our hosts and rights of light experts, James Souter and Jerome Webb, are joined by rights of light guru Dr Peter Defoe to discuss the developer’s perspective, exploring ways to improve your position including light obstruction notices, alternative ways of measuring light loss, the treatment of circulation space and built in wardrobes.
If you have any questions regarding rights of light or the topics discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out to James Souter or Jerome Webb.
Overview of Light Bites, expert nuggets for the seasoned developer.Hosted by rights of light experts James Souter of Charles Russell Speechlys and Jerome Webb of GIA Surveyors, this podcast mini-series features leading industry and legal experts discussing the recent Bankside decision and analysing how it might help shape the approach to the mitigation of the rights of light risk by developers.
James Souter is recognised as a rights of light expert. He specialises in disputes relating to the use, occupation and development of land and has a significant advisory practice focused on dispute avoidance. James is a member of the UK Executive Committee of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Jerome Webb is a fellow of the RICS with over 30 years of surveying experience. He is a highly respected professional in the UK property sector, specialising in Rights of Light and Daylight & Sunlight. Jerome’s background spans property, planning, property law, development, and strategic planning, enabling him to offer comprehensive support to clients from site acquisition through planning to on-site delivery and beyond. He is also a highly regarded Expert Witness in Rights of Light litigation and Planning Appeals.
To conclude our mini-series, we will be hosting a roundtable for developers and other stakeholders in the rights of light world to continue the conversation. If you wish to participate and help shape the mitigation of the rights of light risk going forward, please register your interest here.
In this episode Georgina Muskett, Senior Associate at Charles Russell Speechlys is joined by her colleague Harriet Durn, an associate specialising in Real Estate Disputes, and Richard Fowler, a barrister at Maitland Chambers. This episode covers service charges in a commercial context, key differences between the residential and commercial charge regimes, and the likely impact of the latest edition of the RICS Service Charge Code which comes into effect on 31 December 2025.
This podcast also considers the case of Sara & Hossein Asset Holdings Ltd v Blacks Outdoor Retail Ltd [2023] UKSC 2.
In this episode, our hosts and rights of light experts, James Souter and Jerome Webb, are joined by John McGhee KC of Wilberforce Chambers who was leading counsel for the successful defendant Native Land in the recent Bankside case. John and the team discuss how the law protects the right to light and delve into the key elements of the Bankside exploring how it might impact on the mitigation of the rights of light risk going forward.
If you have any questions regarding rights of light or the topics discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out to James Souter or Jerome Webb.
Overview of Light Bites, expert nuggets for the seasoned developer.Hosted by rights of light experts James Souter of Charles Russell Speechlys and Jerome Webb of GIA Surveyors, this podcast mini-series features leading industry and legal experts discussing the recent Bankside decision and analysing how it might help shape the approach to the mitigation of the rights of light risk by developers.
James Souter is recognised as a rights of light expert. He specialises in disputes relating to the use, occupation and development of land and has a significant advisory practice focused on dispute avoidance. James is a member of the UK Executive Committee of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Jerome Webb is a fellow of the RICS with over 30 years of surveying experience. He is a highly respected professional in the UK property sector, specialising in Rights of Light and Daylight & Sunlight. Jerome’s background spans property, planning, property law, development, and strategic planning, enabling him to offer comprehensive support to clients from site acquisition through planning to on-site delivery and beyond. He is also a highly regarded Expert Witness in Rights of Light litigation and Planning Appeals.
To conclude our mini-series, we will be hosting a roundtable for developers and other stakeholders in the rights of light world to continue the conversation. If you wish to participate and help shape the mitigation of the rights of light risk going forward, please register your interest here.
In this episode Georgina Muskett, Senior Associate at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is joined by her colleague Chandni Pandya, an associate specialising in Real Estate Disputes, and Kemi Oguntoye, an award winning residential chartered surveyor and associate director at Inside the Box to discuss apportionment of residential service charges. This episode covers what apportionment is, how the Tribunal is dealing with disputes around apportionment and what the key practical takeaways are for managing agents.
In this episode, our hosts and rights of light experts, James Souter and Jerome Webb are joined by Senior Associate Director, Dr Axel Jacob, GIA to discuss the human benefits of natural light and why it is necessary to consider the right to light in the context of developments in the modern world. We also look at the related question of whether too much light and solar glare in particular can also be a problem.
If you have any questions regarding rights of light or the topics discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out to James Souter or Jerome Webb.
Overview of Light Bites, expert nuggets for the seasoned developer.Hosted by rights of light experts James Souter of Charles Russell Speechlys and Jerome Webb of GIA Surveyors, this podcast mini-series features leading industry and legal experts discussing the recent Bankside decision and analysing how it might help shape the approach to the mitigation of the rights of light risk by developers.
James Souter is recognised as a rights of light expert. He specialises in disputes relating to the use, occupation and development of land and has a significant advisory practice focused on dispute avoidance. James is a member of the UK Executive Committee of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Jerome Webb is a fellow of the RICS with over 30 years of surveying experience. He is a highly respected professional in the UK property sector, specialising in Rights of Light and Daylight & Sunlight. Jerome’s background spans property, planning, property law, development, and strategic planning, enabling him to offer comprehensive support to clients from site acquisition through planning to on-site delivery and beyond. He is also a highly regarded Expert Witness in Rights of Light litigation and Planning Appeals.
To conclude our mini-series, we will be hosting a roundtable for developers and other stakeholders in the rights of light world to continue the conversation. If you wish to participate and help shape the mitigation of the rights of light risk going forward, please register your interest here.
In this episode, our hosts and rights of light experts, James Souter and Jerome Webb, introduce the mini-series and set the scene for what is to follow. Their conversation will touch on the key issues in this area and begin to explore the consequences of the recent Bankside decision.
If you have any questions regarding rights of light or the topics discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out to James Souter or Jerome Webb.
Overview of Light Bites, expert nuggets for the seasoned developer.Hosted by rights of light experts James Souter of Charles Russell Speechlys and Jerome Webb of GIA Surveyors, this podcast mini-series features leading industry and legal experts discussing the recent Bankside decision and analysing how it might help shape the approach to the mitigation of the rights of light risk by developers.
James Souter is recognised as a rights of light expert. He specialises in disputes relating to the use, occupation and development of land and has a significant advisory practice focused on dispute avoidance. James is a member of the UK Executive Committee of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Jerome Webb is a fellow of the RICS with over 30 years of surveying experience. He is a highly respected professional in the UK property sector, specialising in Rights of Light and Daylight & Sunlight. Jerome’s background spans property, planning, property law, development, and strategic planning, enabling him to offer comprehensive support to clients from site acquisition through planning to on-site delivery and beyond. He is also a highly regarded Expert Witness in Rights of Light litigation and Planning Appeals.
To conclude our mini-series, we will be hosting a roundtable for developers and other stakeholders in the rights of light world to continue the conversation. If you wish to participate and help shape the mitigation of the rights of light risk going forward, please register your interest here.
Welcome to the second episode of our Building Biohubs podcast miniseries, where we invite experts to discuss industry trends in the real estate and life sciences sector, focusing on hot topics and recent developments.
In this episode, Senior Associate Sophie Willis in our Planning team is joined by Senior Planner, Ollie Collins of Lichfields. Sophie and Ollie discuss the Government’s Life Science Sector Plan and the Government’s ambition for the planning system to boost economic growth, facilitate the UK becoming a global leader in life sciences and provide opportunities for unlocking development within the life sciences sector.
Welcome to Disputes Over Donuts, our podcast series where we explore the diverse world of dispute resolution with leading experts across various fields. Each episode features different hosts and guests, bringing unique perspectives to the evolving landscape of disputes.
In this inaugural episode, hosted by Thomas R. Snider, Partner and Head of International Arbitration, and Gareth Mills, Partner, we focus on international arbitration. We sit down with Kevin Nash, Director General of the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), who shares his vision for the future of the LCIA and what sets it apart in the realm of arbitration. Kevin discusses potential updates to the LCIA's rules and offers his perspective on the vital role institutions play in shaping the arbitration process. Join us for a compelling conversation that promises to shed light on the unique challenges and opportunities facing arbitration today.
Welcome to "Extra Time," the podcast that takes you beyond the final whistle, where we interview leading figures and decision-makers shaping the business of sport. In each episode, we sit down with our guests to learn about the strategies, passions, and stories that drive the business of the sports we love.
Our attention in this episode, turns to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (or CAS). Dan McDonagh, an Associate in Commercial Dispute Resolution, sat down with Benoit Pasquier, a CAS appointed arbitrator since 2019, and Serge Vittoz, a specialist in disputes who has made representations before numerous sporting bodies and tribunals. We trace the establishment of the organisation from its founding, to how it derives its unique international jurisdictional authority and what this means for disputes that are arbitrated by CAS.
CAS is often referred to as the Supreme Court of Sport, in part because of it’s image as a court of final appeal regarding disputes emanating from sports. We also discuss the nature of the disputes and explore how CAS is gradually moving towards more transparency in its decision making, particularly in regards to matters that concern the public interest.
In this episode of the Retail Collection podcast, Nick White, Partner in our Intellectual Property team, along with Olivia Gray, Senior Associate, hosted Aidan Tyers, joint Managing Director of itsu [grocery]. What originally began as a startup concept inspired by a trip to Japan quickly transformed the company into a popular high street brand, partly down to a strong emphasis on innovation amongst itsu’s senior leadership. The discussion looks at how the company manages global economic risk, the importance of an agile supply chain team, keeping up with trends, and the importance of developing a successful branding strategy to drive success in the retail sector.
In this episode (Part 2 of 2), Tristram van Lawick and Emma Preece of our Private Property and Real Estate Disputes teams respectively are joined by Gavin Bennison of Falcon Chambers. They discuss the hurdles frequently encountered in regaining possession of tenancies under the Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 and Agricultural Tenancies Act 1995 for non-agricultural use, including the following:
- The circumstances in which a Case B Notice to Quit can be served under the 1986 Act;
- Options for landowners when not all of the land subject under a 1986 Act tenancy is to be developed;
- How the approach differs under the 1995 Act; and
- Notices to Quit under the 1995 Act.
In this episode (Part 1 of 2), Tristram van Lawick and Emma Preece of our Private Property and Real Estate Disputes teams respectively are joined by Gavin Bennison of Falcon Chambers. They discuss the types of agricultural tenancies in existence, including the following:
- Key features of agricultural holdings under the Agricultural Holdings Act 1986;
- The application of Case Notices C, D and E under the 1986 Act when the tenant is in breach of the tenancy;
- Other options for landowners to regain possession in the event of tenant breach including service of a Section 25 Notice, forfeiture and surrender;
- Options for tenants in response; and
- Key features of farm business tenancies under the Agricultural Tenancies Act 1995.
Welcome to "Extra Time," the podcast that takes you beyond the final whistle, where we interview leading figures and decision-makers shaping the business of sport. In each episode, we sit down with our guests to learn about the strategies, passions, and stories that drive the business of the sports we love.
In this episode, we explore key details when drafting sponsorship agreements in sport. Anna Sowerby, Associate in our commercial team, sat down with Sally Moore, Global Sponsorship lead at Sage, and Robert Powell, Senior Legal Counsel at the International Tennis Federation to share their industry insights.
The discussion looks at a range of topics relating to sponsorship contracts such as identifying the right sponsorship opportunity and some of the key considerations as a potential sponsor, the importance of strategy and communication with stakeholders, negotiation, and learning how to remain flexible – particularly when entering into a multi-year sponsorship deal with a partnering organisation.
In this edition of our retail collection podcast, Michael Powner, Partner in our employment team was joined by Glyn House, Managing Director of Caffe Nero to reflect on an intriguing career which went from a part-time weekend job to a senior leadership position at a renowned retailer. The discussion gives insights into leadership, building a brand, the importance of corporate values and much more. They also take a look at the challenges ahead in a constantly evolving retail sector.
In this episode of Property Patter, Emma Humphreys and Georgina Muskett from our Real Estate Disputes team are joined by Peter Roberts, a registered valuer and expert witness at DWD. They take an in depth look at the Tribunal’s power to modify or discharge restrictions under Section 84 of the Law of Property Act 1925, an Act which is a century old this year. In particular, they discuss some of the following issues in this complex area:
- The various grounds on which an application can be made;
- Who can bring an application;
- What needs to be shown under the most commonly seen ground of “reasonable user”, including valuation considerations;
- The Tribunal’s overarching discretion in these cases;
- Evidence required; and
- The position as to costs.
Walter Boettcher, Head of Research & Economics at Colliers International, joins Emma Humphreys to share some thoughts on the current economic climate. How is the UK economy performing so far in 2025 and what are the predictions for growth? What is the likely impact for the UK of the current uncertainty in the USA? And how are specific property sectors such as retail, industrial and offices performing?
In the latest episode of our Retail Collection podcast series, James Broadhurst, Partner in our Corporate team, and co-lead of the firm’s Investors and Entrepreneurs Group, sat down with Lorna Hopkinson, Managing Director – Retail Brands of BDO LLP to discuss the challenges the retail sector is facing and how consumer confidence and behaviour is changing. The discussion looks at driving value through brands and the need for retailers to adapt to an evolving market. They also take a closer look at how the M&A market is changing in the retail sector.
Welcome to the first episode of our Building BioHubs podcast miniseries, where we invite experts to discuss industry trends in the real estate and life sciences sector, focusing on hot topics and recent developments. The life sciences real estate sector has experienced significant growth and transformation over the past five years, driven by various factors including increased investment in biotechnology and pharmaceutical research, advancements in medical technology, and the global response to health challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this episode Real Estate Associate Lynsey Inglis is joined by Matt Lee, Partner and Head of Science and Technology at Carter Jonas. Matt and Lynsey take a look ahead at 2025 and specifically consider the leasing trends we are likely to see and the consider the approach to heads of terms agreed between landlords and tenants.
Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Partner, Richard Davies, are joined by Giles Pocock, VP of Brand Marketing at high-end audio equipment maker Bowers & Wilkins. In this third episode of the second series of Client Conversations, Giles delves into his career journey, the importance of brand partnerships, and how he has steered B&W towards its leading position in a highly competitive global high-performance audio market.
About Giles Pocock Giles is a seasoned brand marketing executive, with more than two decades of experience in the media and technology space. He has worked with some of the world’s most prestigious brands – prior to his tenure at B&W, he headed up the entertainment and lifestyle sponsorship team at Nokia and helped to establish Sony Music’s brand partnerships team.
After joining Bowers & Wilkins in 2022, Giles helped to secure a series of impressive brand partnerships with global icons including David Beckham, Aston Martin, and the James Bond franchise. He has also been instrumental to maintaining the brand’s relationship with Abbey Road Studios, which dates back 40 years, and is responsible for all brand and marketing output.
Emma Humphreys is joined by Katie Kopec to review her career to date, following on from her recent Lifetime Achievement Award and during a month when we celebrate International Women’s Day.
Listen in to hear how Canary Wharf was created as a financial district, the lessons learned from the Millenium Dome and delivering the 2012 Olympics and regeneration of King’s Cross.
Timings for the key topics are:* Canary Wharf: 1m45 * The Millenium Dome/O2: 10m15 * The King’s Cross regeneration: 15m40 * Developing for the 2012 Olympics: 21m35 * Katie’s thoughts on achieving better retail and housing in the UK: 27m10 * Katie’s career reflections: 35m15 * Katie’s career tips and learnings: 40m25
Welcome to "Extra Time," the podcast that takes you beyond the final whistle, where we interview leading figures and decision-makers shaping the business of sport. In each episode, we sit down with our guests to learn about the strategies, passions, and stories that drive the business of the sports we love.
We kick off this new series with an International Women’s Day special where Sarah Johnson, Associate in our Commercial team welcomes our first guest, Abiola Ijasanmi. Hailed as "the most powerful woman in African football," Abi is the first woman to hold a C-Suite position at the Confederation of African Football. Abi has now started her own venture, African Sports Investor (ASI), which will invest in, develop, and commercialise women’s football leagues in Africa, with further plans to develop academies in countries where an ASI league is established.
In this episode, Abi and Sarah discuss the business of women’s football in Africa, competitive league models in England and the USA (from brand partnerships to broadcast deals), and the importance of athlete empowerment, highlighting the current commercial opportunities in women’s football for investors, brands, and athletes.
Landlords and tenants of commercial property face economic challenges and a changing legal landscape. Specialists from our Real Estate, Real Estate Disputes and Insolvency Teams - Ben Butterworth, Emma Humphreys, Harriet Durn and Daniel Moore - discuss the key issues:
- The current consultation on whether there should still be statutory protection for business tenancies;
- The new law to allow local Councils to take control of letting High Street properties;
- Recent insolvency trends, particularly with CVAs and the new restructuring plans introduced by the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020.
We digest and discuss the changes outlined in the 2024 Budget affecting inheritance tax, estates and planning strategies. We take a look at the impact on businesses, farming and pensions.
In this podcast, Harriet Betteridge from our Private Client Team speaks to Alexandra Ottridge at Level about the 2024 Autumn Budget and its impact on estate planning, inheritance tax (IHT) and succession strategies. The Level Group are a lending firm providing finance for family and probate proceedings.
Harriet outlines key points from the Budget including the freezing of IHT (inheritance tax) thresholds until 2030, the relief on business and agricultural property being capped from April 2026 and the introduction of IHT on pensions from April 2027. Harriet provides crucial takeaways and solutions to navigate these changes such as the need for early estate planning, life insurance and probate loans to manage the higher tax liabilities, as well as planning ahead by reviewing of wills, updating of pension nominations and taking advice on tax-efficient structures.
In the latest episode of our Retail Collection podcast series, Jason Saiban, Partner in our Commercial team and Acting General Counsel at Stonegate, sits down with Jessica Cooke, Director of Media and Loyalty at Stonegate, and Janine Regan, our Head of Data Protection, to discuss harnessing the immense power of data in media and advertising strategy whilst ensuring compliance with data protection laws.
Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Imogen Dodds of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2025. Themes discussed include the Law Commission’s consultation on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, upcoming appeals related to the Building Safety Act 2022 in March 2025 and an interesting case on injunctions against protestors.
The cases and legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are:
- Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (and Guy refers to TFS Stores Ltd v. BMG (Ashford) Ltd & Ors [2021] EWCA Civ 688 – see TFS Stores Ltd v Designer Retail Outlet Centres (Mansfield) General Partner: The end of the road | Falcon Chambers)
- Leisurespace v. CRT Property Investments – Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Crown Court – Hearing in February 2025
- University of London v. Harvie-Clark [2024] EWHC 2895 – Final Injunction to be heard in 2025 (relating to protestors)
- Building Safety Act 2022
- Adriatic Land 5 Limited v. Long Leaseholders at Hippersley Point [2023] UKUT 271 – Court of Appeal hearing on 17 March 2025
- Triathlon Homes LLP v. Stratford Village Development Partnership & Others [2024] UKFTT 26 – Court of Appeal hearing on 19 March 2025
Other references:
- Forthcoming book “Injunctions protecting land” by Falcon Chambers (due for publication later in 2025)
- The 50th anniversary of the Blundell Lecture series – this is an annual series of four lectures discussing topical issues in Property Law. Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC will be speaking at one of the lectures taking place in June 2025. The dates for 2025 are 3, 10, 17 and 24 June.
Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Partner, Miranda Fisher, are joined by Mark Ramprakash, a renowned former cricketer who is among just 25 players in the game to have scored 100 first-class centuries. In this second episode of the second series of Client Conversations, Mark talks through his extraordinary achievements both in and outside cricket, as well as his keys to career longevity and his role in training and mentoring the next generation of English cricketers.
About Mark RamprakashMark is one of England’s most celebrated male cricketers of the past thirty years – his illustrious cricketing career saw him play for Middlesex, Surrey and England. He became the only man to have averaged over 100 runs in two successive seasons in the English game, earning recognition as Wisden Cricketer of the Year and PCA Player of the Year in 2007 thanks to his 2026 first-class runs.
Upon his retirement from the game in 2012, Mark became the batting coach at Middlesex, and later served as the batting coach for England in 2015, helping an enviable batting lineup towards a World Cup victory in 2019. Outside cricket, Mark has diversified into a TV personality, trainer, mentor, and journalist. In 2006, he appeared on and won BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing alongside Karen Hardy and has since appeared on special editions for Sports Relief. His journalistic endeavours have included opinion pieces on diversity in the game as well as mental health.
Alongside his current role as batting coach, Mark serves as President for Middlesex. Since 2020, he has also been the director of cricket for Harrow School.
Charlotte Moss, Head of London at Church Commissioners for England, joins Emma Humphreys to talk about the history and future of the Commissioners’ Hyde Park Estate. The Estate in London, W2 was developed from 1807 and includes various residential properties, as well as shops, restaurants, hotels and galleries.
Charlotte explains the history behind the Estate and how the Commissioners’ team approach the challenges involved, as well as looking ahead to exciting projects such as the Portsea Mews redevelopment and Connaught Village Green. Charlotte also gives her insight into the independent brands and events which can be found in the oasis of Connaught Village, not to mention explaining the background to the newest occupier within the Village - Paddington Bear!
Welcome to "The Retail Collection", a brand-new podcast series from Charles Russell Speechlys.
Each episode, we'll sit down with industry experts, legal counsels and insiders to discuss their work, the challenges they face, and the wins they celebrate in the ever-evolving retail landscape.
In our first episode Ilona Bateson, Associate in our Commercial team, leading on all things fashion and retail at Charles Russell Speechlys sits down with Ruth Walker, Head of Legal at URBN to discuss key legal and sector considerations for each of their brands including Urban Outfitter, Anthropologie and Free People, as well as fashion trends and ESG considerations for companies operating in the retail space.
In the sixth episode of the Insolvency Insights podcast series, Nicola Jackson, Partner in the Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Disputes team, is joined by Matthew Wilde, Co-Head of Teneo’s Financial Advisory business in the Middle East.
Together, Nicola and Matthew highlight the importance of cross-border recognition from an insolvency practitioner’s perspective, consider the practical benefits, and discuss the challenges associated with the lack of a framework for recognition in the onshore UAE, particularly when it comes to creditors seeking to use the UAE courts to gain an advantage.
James Stewart and Lewis Currie from our Tax Team catch up with Emma Humphreys to digest the first Labour Government budget since 2010. In this episode, we will be looking into the implications the Budget will have on the world of property. What are the key tax changes for those with property investments? Is there any positive news for business tenants, particularly those in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors? And what’s new on the Reserved Investor Fund?
In the latest Insolvency Insights podcast, Nicola Jackson, Partner in the Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Disputes team, sits down with Paul Leggett and Haroon Ahmed, Partners in Deloitte Middle East’s Turnaround & Restructuring practice.
Together, they discuss the key changes brought in by the new Federal UAE Bankruptcy Law and address some of the opportunities missed, such as the absence of a framework for cross-border recognition and the potential benefits of intra-UAE regulation.
Paul also speaks to his experience as a trustee in onshore restructuring proceedings in the KBBO Group restructuring and imparts practical insight on the realities that such an appointment entails.
Discover the latest episode of our Insolvency Insights podcast series, where Nicola Jackson, Partner in the Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Disputes team, engages with Bruno Navarro Founder & Managing Director of Ipso Facto and Senior Advisor at Ankura.
Together, they delve into the evolving role of the Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO) in the Middle East, examining the impact of recent market developments and sharing firsthand experiences from high-profile regional restructurings.
This insightful discussion offers valuable perspectives for navigating the complexities of corporate recovery and restructuring in a rapidly changing economic environment.
In the second episode of Insolvency Insights, Nicola Jackson, Partner in the Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Disputes team based in Dubai, is joined by Colin Diss, Partner and Licensed Insolvency Practitioner in Grant Thornton’s Insolvency and Asset Recovery team in London, to talk about how liquidators and other office holders outside of the UAE can seek to maximise recoveries by using processes available to them in the DIFC Courts.
We are delighted to share the first episode of ‘Insolvency Insights,’ our new podcast series hosted by Nicola Jackson, Partner in the Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Disputes team based in Dubai, who delves into critical issues surrounding insolvency and restructuring in the Middle East and discusses examples from her and her guests’ experiences.
In this episode, Nicola is joined by Nathan Stubing, Managing Director at FTI Consulting in the UAE, to talk about how judgment creditors can potentially maximise recoveries by seeking the appointment of a receiver over shares in DIFC and ADGM companies.
In this episode, Construction, Engineering and Projects Partner Michael O’Connor is joined by Melanie Hardingham and Richard Flenley to discuss some of the key issues being seen in practice following the bringing into law of the Building Safety Act 2022 and its associated regulations, both in the design and construction, and occupation phases.
Melanie is an Associate in the Construction, Engineering and Projects team and discusses the key impacts on the design and construction phases. Richard is a Partner in the Real Estate Disputes team and co-leads the firm’s Building Safety Team with Michael. In this Property Patter he focusses on some of the key issues he is seeing in connection with in-occupation Higher-Risk Buildings.
All three discuss the future and what is coming on the horizon, as well as drawing together some of the strands from the first two episodes in this miniseries and providing some commentary on the challenges to be faced in the months and years ahead.
Emma Humphreys and Lauren Fraser are joined by Ed Fielding and Mat Oakley of Savills to look at the manifestos of the two main contenders for the next UK government. What is on the horizon for the property market and is there any real difference between what Labour and the Conservatives are offering? And what’s missing from the parties’ proposals?
For those only interested in commercial property, feel free to skip ahead to 20m 50s for Mat’s insights and observations on the prospects for this sector.
In this episode of Property Patter, the co-leads of our Hotels Group, Naomi Nettleton and James Broadhurst, are joined by David Orr, CEO of Resident Hotels since 2018, to discuss the recent trend of private capital investing into hotels, and hotels as multi-generation family businesses.
In this episode of our Property Patter miniseries focusing on London’s Great Estates, Real Estate Partner Cara Imbrailo is joined by Andrea Merrington, Director of Planning and Engagement at the Howard de Walden Estate.
The Howard de Walden Estate dates back to the 18th century when it was a quiet country village with a small number of houses dotted along the high street. Today, it spans 95 acres of Marylebone and is one of London’s most desirable neighbourhoods. Home to the renowned Marylebone Village and Harley Street Health Area, the estate includes medical, retail, office, educational and residential properties and covers some of the capital’s best known streets including Harley Street, Marylebone High Street, Wigmore Street and Portland Place.
Andrea shares the history of the estate and how it has developed over the centuries, the challenges of sustainability, the role of Great Estates play in shaping London, as well as where to go in Marylebone for a really good cocktail.
In this episode of our Property Patter miniseries focusing on London’s Great Estates, Real Estate Partner Cara Imbrailo is joined by Peter Murray, OBE, co-founder of the New London Architecture (NLA). Together they explore what is a Great Estate? How did they evolve over time? What role do they place in 21st century London? And what lessons can modern developers learn from them?
They take a closer look at the evolution of these little towns, neighbourhoods and urban villages, which make London a truly unique global city.
Following the publication of the NLA’s latest book ‘Great Estates: Models for modern placemaking’ in this podcast miniseries Cara and her guests will examine the role that London’s Great Estates play in shaping the capital. Upcoming episodes will include guest speakers from the Howard de Walden estate and from the Church Commissioners for England amongst others.
If you are interested in the additional content and upcoming events from the NLA please follow this link.
You can also purchase a copy of the ‘Great Estates: Models for modern placemaking’ book here.
In this episode, Head of International Arbitration and Dubai Partner, Thomas Snider, is joined by London Partner Richard Kiddell, Hong Kong Partner Stephen Chan, and Singapore Partner Peter Brabant to discuss themes and trends that emerged from the ICCA 2024 Conference held in Hong Kong.
They discuss managing the costs that arise in international arbitration, along with methods to make the arbitral process more cost-effective and efficient for clients.
They further consider the use of artificial intelligence within the arbitral sphere, including its advantages, its challenges, and how arbitrators and practitioners should adapt to align with its future growth.
Finally, they shed light on how third-party funding and insurance products can be used to manage the costs of arbitration, while also exploring the challenges and potential hurdles involved in going down this route.
In this episode, Real Estate Disputes Partner Richard Flenley is joined by Michael O’Connor and Oliver Park to discuss Remediation Contribution Orders (RCOs) and Building Liability Orders (BLOs), potentially powerful new causes of action introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022.
Michael in a Partner in the Construction, Engineering and Projects team and discusses BLOs, and the potential implications going forward of BLOs and RCOs for corporate structures and development.
Oliver is an Associate in the Real Estate Disputes team and in this Property Patter focuses in on RCOs, and some of the differences between RCOs and BLOs.
The episode also discusses the key decision of Triathlon Homes LLP, the background to the decision and the significance of the same.
Lastly, Michael and Oliver share their thoughts on how RCOs and BLOs may be used in the future.
In this episode, Construction Partner Michael O’Connor is joined by Melanie Hardingham and Sylwia Jatczak to reflect on the anniversary of the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 and discuss the key regulatory changes brought about since that date.
Melanie in an Associate in the Construction, Engineering and Projects team and provides a useful insight into the new statutory landscape for the Higher Risk Buildings at the construction stage.
Sylwia is an Associate in the Real Estate Disputes team and sets out the changes introduced by the Act in respect of the Higher Risk Buildings in occupation.
They discuss the new concepts, definitions, requirements and procedures introduced by the Act and look at the implementation process of the new statutory framework.
Finally, they shed light on the most recent changes to the Act introduced on 6 April 2024 and their impact on the main stakeholders of the Higher Risk Buildings, both in construction and in occupation.
In this episode Construction Partner David Savage, is joined by Julie Godefroy Head of Net Zero Policy at The Chartered Institute of Building Service Engineers (CIBSE) to discuss the forthcoming UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard, a cross-industry initiative that will bring together Net-Zero Carbon requirements for all major building types.
Julie is one of the architects and technical experts behind the Net Zero Building Standard and gives us an insight into where the initiative came from and what it is intended to achieve.
They discuss practical steps that the real estate sector can do to prepare for the transition, and they take a closer look how the standard will deal with the topical question of retrofitting vs. building new.
Finally, they also shed light on how a mindset-change will help to achieve the embodied and operational carbon savings envisaged by the new standard.
Anne-Marie Balfour, Legal Director, and Syma Spanjers, Senior Associate, discuss handling mental health issues in the workplace. With 14.7% of workers suffering from mental health issues at some point in their working lives and 12.7% of absences attributable to this, this is clearly an issue employers need to address. Anne-Marie and Syma discuss what employers can do to help prevent and manage the situation at work.
Advisers from our Real Estate, Mark White, and Tax, Elizabeth Hughes, teams join Emma Humphreys to analyse the highlights of this year’s Spring Budget from a property perspective. Those interested in residential property will find plenty to get their teeth into from the start of this podcast.
If you are only interested in commercial property, feel free to skip ahead to around 12 minutes to get relevant comment on the key areas of interest for that sector…
In the second part of our mini-series on filming agreements, Commercial Real Estate Partners, Naomi Nettleton and Richard Davies are joined by Robert Parker, Technical Advisor at Historic Houses and Simon Foster, Director of Tourism, Leisure and Events at Savills.
This episode focuses on top tips on what to avoid in the contract and during production. They discuss what owners should be aware in preparation for the filming crew’s arrival and they take a closer look on IP rights of the content filmed. The team shares post agreement tips on how to deal with issues arising while filming and look at what happens once the filming has concluded.
Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Partner, Graeme Kleiner, are joined by one of the best strikers of all time and greatest players in Premier League history, Alan Shearer CBE. In this first episode of our second series of Client Conversation Podcasts, Alan Shearer discusses the world of football and his subsequent media career, as well as the motivation and huge successes involved with his charitable work and the Alan Shearer Centre.
Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Daniel Black of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2024 – including areas of the Building Safety Act 2022 which need further clarifying, rights of way involving electric gates and whether the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 needs amendment. We also debate some areas of law which are in need of change.
The cases and legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are:
- Building Safety Act 2022
- Adriatic Land 5 Limited v. Long Leaseholders at Hippersley Point [2023] UKUT 271
- Bradley & Anor v. Heslin & Anor [2014] EWHC 3267
- Bradley & Anor v. Heslin & Anor [2015] EWHC 3950 (costs)
- Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
- S Franses Limited v. Cavendish Hotel (London) Limited [2018] UKSC 62
- Clipper Logistics Plc v. Scottish Equitable lc (Unreported, County Court at Shefffield, 7 March 2022)
The book referenced during this podcast is “Show Me the Bodies” by Peter Apps – details can be found here.
Our Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, joins the Focal Point podcast. Simon takes us on a journey through his career, sharing his experiences and insights along the way. From handling a variety of legal matters including insolvency law early in his career to becoming Managing Partner, Simon has a wealth of knowledge to share.
Simon holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Kent.
Recorded in November 2023 and shared with the permission of LSE Focal Point.
In this episode, Naomi Nettleton Commercial Real Estate Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys is joined by Robert Parker Technical Advisor at Historic Houses and Simon Foster, Director of Tourism, Leisure and Events at Savills.
This episode of the two-part mini-series focuses on how a historic house owner can get involved in filming, and we discuss the key terms of filming agreements. Our speakers take a closer look at what happens when the filming team is on-site and share practical tips on how to agree on commercial terms.
Stay tuned for part 2, where Naomi, Robert and Simon will also be joined by Richard Davies, Commercial Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys who will share his insights on IP rights.
Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Senior Partner, Bart Peerless, are joined by renowned theatrical producer, theatre owner, and philanthropist. Sir Cameron Mackintosh. In this fourth episode, Sir Cameron discusses his lessons and successes from his forty years in the world of musical theatre as well as his life as a philanthropist.
Samuel Lear, Vibuhti Parmar and Helena Taynton discussed the contents of this Bill together last month – before the Government indicated that it might be pressing “pause” on its progress. However, the King’s Speech has reiterated the Government’s commitment to this Bill and this podcast covers the key highlights for those who want to get prepared for the sweeping changes planned…
For further updates on the plans for residential property following the King’s Speech, see:
- The King's Speech - Renters Reform
- King’s Speech: Developments on Leasehold and Commonhold Reform remain high on the Government’s agenda
It is over 6 years since the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Key reforms have been introduced since then, including through the Building Safety Act. But what are the latest impacts of the new rules and what happens if registration deadlines are missed?
Richard Flenley and Michael O’Connor discuss these points with Emma Humphreys and outline the key issues on the horizon for building owners and developers.
Our Real Estate Disputes Team take a look at the 5 most common problems when it comes to dealing with notices related to property – with principles which can apply to break notices, notices to reinstate leased premises and 1954 Act Notices amongst others.
Following the recent opening of our Singapore office, Emma Humphreys chats to our Head of Asia, Simon Green, about the property market there and in Hong Kong. What does the future hold for these cities and how does the UK property market look to investors from those areas?
Retail and logistics specialist Eddie Richards and technology lawyer Mark Bailey discuss logistics and distribution and data centres. How are these asset classes performing, what are the challenges they face and how are they approaching ESG considerations?
Nick Hawkins and Sophie Rothwell, from the employment team, take a look at what steps employers can take to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace and discuss the proposed changes to the legislation, the impact it would have and whether it is likely to become law.
Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Senior Partner, Bart Peerless, are joined by Neil Hedges. In this episode, Neil Hedges discusses how he co-founded two successful award-winning communications agencies, Fishburn Hedges and Headland.
In this episode of Property Patter, Emma Humphreys and Georgina Muskett are joined by Chris Sullivan, who is responsible for Dispute Resolution at Hollis, to discuss terminating a business tenancy on redevelopment grounds. There are various hurdles for landlords to address in their evidence if they are to satisfy “ground (f)” of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 – so what do parties need to watch out for and how has the decision in S Franses affected these cases?
Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Senior Partner, Bart Peerless, are joined by Sir Martin Smith. In this second episode, Sir Martin Smith discusses his lessons and successes from his forty years in the world of finance and his life as a philanthropist.
Samuel Lear, Senior Associate from our Real Estate Disputes team, Helen Coward, Partner from our Tax team, and Mark White, Partner from our Real Estate team discuss what the Spring Budget means for Property-focused businesses.
In this episode, Fiona Edmond, Construction Partner, Lee Medlock, Head of Real Estate and Robin Grove, Divisional Managing Partner for Construction, Real Estate and Disputes discuss upcoming trends in the UK Real Estate market.
They discuss what’s coming up for different asset classes such as logistics, life sciences, hotels, and investments in the living sector. They take a closer look at how commercial office investments and developments are changing and how can businesses future-proof their properties in terms of ESG. They also focus on how energy and the cost of energy affect businesses in the UK.
Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Senior Partner, Bart Peerless, are joined by tech entrepreneur and philanthropist, Dame Stephanie Shirley CH. In this first episode, Dame Stephanie discusses her lessons from the world of business and her life as a philanthropist, having founded two significant autism charities: Prior's Court School for young people with complex autism and Autistica, the UK's national autism research charity.
About Dame Stephanie Shirley CHDame Stephanie is a businesswoman and philanthropist, having pioneered a career in the information technology sector. She started her own business in the early 1960s, Freelance Programmers, staffed by women working from home, which was ultimately valued at $3 billion, making millionaires of 70 of her team members. Given the status quo in the sixties, this all-female business was trailblazing and flourished over the following decades.
Since then, Dame Stephanie has established The Shirley Foundation, which is one of the top fifty grant-giving foundations in the UK. She has also founded two significant autism charities: Prior's Court School for young people with complex autism and Autistica, the UK's national autism research charity. She was appointed a Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour (CH) in 2017, a membership limited to only 65 individuals globally, for her services to the IT industry and philanthropy.
During the podcast Simon and Bart ask Dame Stephanie thought provoking questions about her life and lessons that she wishes to share with listeners.
As well as talking about her journey in the world of technology and her successes, Dame Stephanie talks about her struggles with growing an international organisation.
"I started off in a very entrepreneurial way and have tried to remain innovative as an organisation so that some of the things I have done have been shock horror types of things, trying to take the whole company, which is quite sizable and profitable, into co-ownership, that took 11 years, and what I have learnt that most of the things that you do in business take that sort of time. My first charity took 17 years to set up. These things are slow and take a lot out of you."
Bart comments: "You are the most significant private donor in the field of autism in the country, possibly in the world." He touches on how Dame Stephanie's changing relationship with her business led to moving towards into the world of philanthropy and how one moves into making a difference in the world.
Dame Stephanie replies: "I don't like to be bored, I like to do new things, I like to make things happen, so it's worked out quite well for me. Some of the projects that you have helped me with, such as house purchasing and house selling, which is the normal domestic thing, but also, I started to buy houses on behalf of Charities, including one that I bought for £15 million. These are significant changes of scale as far as I am concerned - as well as growing another business with the school I set up, which is the largest charitable project I did, for £30 million, which took five years."
Simon asks Dame Stephanie how she stays with her projects and what role she takes in these causes: "The key thing that I do is set the culture, so it’s pretty firm. Even when I've left, I am told that the trustees think, and say "What would Steve do in this situation? And although it's a nice to hear, it's not always a good thing, as things then won't change."
If you would like a personally signed copy of either So To Speak or Let It Go. Please email pa@steveshirley.com – all proceeds go to Autistica.
Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Taylor Briggs of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2023 – including decisions on service charges, the implications of the Building Safety Act 2022 and changes to the Electronic Communications Code. We also debate whether the government should stay away from property law and discuss the types of dispute we expect to see crossing our desks this year…
The cases and new legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are:
- Sara & Hossein Asset Holdings v. Blacks Outdoor Retail [2023] UKSC 2 – read our blog here
- 89 Holland Park v. Dell [2022] UKUT 169
- Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Limited v. Compton Beauchamp Estates Ltd; Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd v. Ashloch Ltd and AP Wireless II (UK) Ltd; On Tower UK Ltd v. AP Wireless II (UK) Ltd [2022] UKSC 18
- Building Safety Act 2022
- Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
- Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill 2022/2023
- Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 (amending the Electronic Communications Code and the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954)
- Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015
How can property developers create and measure social value?
In 2021 we were proud to promote Kerry Stares as our Responsible Business Partner, reflecting how critical responsible business and environmental, social and governance (or ESG) issues are for the success and sustainability of our firm and how critical they are for our clients.
Kerry works with stakeholders across our business to understand and improve our own environmental and social impact as a business. She works with our clients to understand their ESG priorities and to ensure that we are providing them with the right advice and support, both in our traditional role as advisors and as business partners. She also works with our intermediaries and wider networks to explore opportunities for thought leadership and collaboration in the complex and fast moving world of ESG.
Kerry’s conversations are so rich in insights from our clients and intermediaries - many of whom are true sustainability leaders - that we decided to record and share them as a podcast series.
We hope that you enjoy and find them useful – please share your feedback.
In this episode Kerry talks to Guy Battle, CEO of the Social Value Portal and Liam Ronan-Chlond, Head of Engagement at Socius Development about what creating social value means for property developers and how they can measure and manage it. They discuss what developers are already doing well, where the sector needs to make progress and unpack the different commercial incentives that combine to make a strong business case for developers investing in creating social value.
In this episode of our ‘What’s new in employment law’ podcast, Employment Partner Nick Hurley and Senior Associate Emily Chalkley look at what we can expect in 2023 in the wake of legislative changes and the impact of hybrid working.
Life Sciences is one of the most talked about real estate asset classes. Louise Ward, Head of Real Estate Life Sciences, is joined by Orestis Tzortzoglou, Vice President for Development at BioMed Realty and Matt Smith, Head of Life Science Agency at DTRE to look back at what happened in the market last year, and to look ahead what is coming up for this exciting asset class in 2023.
How are damages assessed by the Courts? Remedies are perhaps the main thing on a client’s mind when they start the process of litigation. In this episode of Property Patter, Emma Humphreys is joined by Sam Lear of our Real Estate Disputes team and Hannah Gornall of our Commercial Dispute Resolution team to discuss the remedy of damages.
As employers compete for the best talent, looking at new ways to reward staff is a key driver for recruitment and retention.
In this episode of our "What’s new in employment law" podcast Employment Partner, Mike Powner, and Senior Associate Clare Davis share their thoughts and experiences of innovative reward schemes.
How break rights work for business tenancies protected by the 1954 Act
What grounds does a landlord need to satisfy in order to terminate this type of lease? And when can a landlord or a tenant seek to insert a break option into a renewal lease? Richard Flenley and Emma Preece join Emma Humphreys takes a closer look.
Cases referred to during this podcast are listed below:
- O’May v City of London Real Property Ltd [1982] 261 EG 1185
- HPUT Trustee No 1 Limited & HPUT Trustee No 2 Limited v Boots UK Limited (County Court at Central London, Unreported, 24 May 2021)
- Reohorn v Barry Corporation [1956] 1 WLR 845
- Adams v Green [1978] 2 E.G.L.R. 46
- National Car Parks Ltd v The Paternoster Consortium Ltd [1990] 1 EGLR 99
ESG is everywhere. But what is it about and what is its potential impact on the property sector? Emma Humphreys is joined by David Tonks, Head of Repurposing at Cushman & Wakefield) and Kerry Stares, our Responsible Business Partner, to discuss these issues and the implications of the increasing prominence of ESG.
N.B. Please note that this episode was recorded in Spring 2022
Common misconceptions around property disputes To ease you gently into the summer, the Real Estate Disputes Team takes a look at some common myths or misunderstandings when it comes to property. For example, what’s wrong with a landlord changing the locks on a defaulting residential tenant and why is it that an email alone may not be enough to terminate a tenancy?
In this episode of Property Patter, Samuel Lear is joined by Julie Sharpe and Celine Jones in the Real Estate team to discuss the thorny issue of ‘reasonable endeavours’ to supplement their recent article - Top 10 Tips: Using Best, All and Reasonable Endeavours. Endeavours clauses are used in contracts when a party is obliged to try to fulfil an obligation rather than satisfy it absolutely. Following a recent landmark case, we discuss the differing degrees of effort required depending on the wording used. What does it mean to use ‘best’, ‘all’ or ‘reasonable’ endeavours?
Members of our Real Estate Disputes Team discuss recent cases of interest to those dealing with residential property, including on service charge demands, statutory consultations and RTMs. We also review some of the significant changes which the government has in mind for residential tenancies, as well as the recent introduction of the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022.
Cases covered include:
- Aviva Investors Ground Rent GP Limited & Anr v Williams and Ors
- Kensquare Limited v Boakye
- Aster Communities v Chapman
- No. 1 West India Quay (Residential) Limited v East Tower Apartments Limited
- Wynne v. Yates & Anr.
- Firstport Property Services Ltd v Settlers Court RTM Company Limited
Emma Humphreys is joined again by Harman Bains from our Tax Team to look at the Chancellor's recent Spring Statement and the key points which those with property interests will want to know about - whether as property owners, employers or as private individuals who will be affected by some of the changes.
For further information on the Spring Budget, please head to: Spring Statement: Act now before it's too late
The Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Act received Royal Assent on 24 March 2022. This Act introduces a new arbitration process to resolve certain outstanding commercial rent arrears related to the pandemic. But how will the process work and how can landlords and tenants prepare for it? Natalie Deuchar, Hope Wilson and Emma Humphreys explore the new scheme.
Please note: This podcast was recorded shortly before the Act received Royal Assent. No significant details were changed, but there is now a list of approved arbitrators available here.
Further information can be found at:
- Insight: New Arbitration Scheme for Commercial Arrears; Landlords and tenants are you ready? | Charles Russell Speechlys
- The government’s Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill and revised Code of Practice | Charles Russell Speechlys
- New law to resolve remaining Covid-19 commercial rent debts now in place
Many landlords have struggled to keep up with the pace of rule changes relating to Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs), and in particular the paperwork which must be provided to tenants when the tenancy is granted.
Emma Preece is joined by Hannah Turner and Laura Bushaway of our Real Estate Disputes Team to discuss the paperwork required and the implications of non-compliance, especially when it comes to regaining possession of the property in the future.
A lease can be disclaimed in certain insolvency situations, but how does this route work and what is its effect on other parties such as subtenants and guarantors? Emma Humphreys is joined by Megan Davies and Joseph Green of our Real Estate Disputes team to discuss these issues and how landlords can push for disclaimer in order to be able to regain control of premises.
Emma Humphreys is joined by Sara Lewis of Savills and Richard Grove of Calfordseaden to discuss how the Dilapidations Protocol is faring twenty years after it was first introduced.
Do the suggested timetables work in practice, are surveyors providing the required endorsements and what are some of the difficulties with section 18 valuations? As experienced dilapidations surveyors, Sara and Richard share their helpful and practical insights into some of the issues they face in preparing and negotiating claims.
In our first episode of Property Patter for 2022, Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh QC and Michael Ranson of Falcon Chambers to look at what’s ahead in the world of property law during this year – including Parliament’s plans for addressing outstanding covid arrears, expert evidence in pandemic lease renewals and some thorny issues to be examined when it comes to residential service charges. We also consider how cases on the Electronic Communications Code are evolving and whether the upcoming Supreme Court appeals might lead to less litigation going forward.
Additional resources:
- Bank of New York Mellon (International) Ltd v. Cine-UK Ltd [2021] EWHC 1013 – Appeal to the Court of Appeal in February 2022
- London Trocadero (2015) LLP v. Picturehouse Cinemas Ltd [2021] EWHC 3103 – Appeal to the Court of Appeal in February 2022
- Saville-Edells and Saville-Edells v. Jain (Unreported, County Court at Central London sitting in the FTT, 15 December 2021)
- Pollock v. St Joseph’s Gate Management Company – to be heard by the FTT during 2022
- Aviva Investors Ground Rent GP Ltd v. Williams [2021] EWCA Civ 27
- Alberti v. Cadogan Holdings Limited [2021] UKUT 85 – Appeal to the Court of Appeal in February 2022
- Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd v. Compton Beauchamp Estates Ltd [2019] EWCA Civ 1755 – Cojoined appeal to the Supreme Court in February 2022
- Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd v. Ashloch Ltd & Anr [2021] EWCA Civ 90 - Cojoined appeal to the Supreme Court in February 2022
- Arqiva Services Ltd v. AP Wireless II (UK) Ltd [2020] UKUT 195 - Cojoined appeal to the Supreme Court in February 2022
- See The government’s Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill and revised Code of Practice | Charles Russell Speechlys for details of the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill
- Property Patter Podcast: top tips and traps for expert evidence
Charles Russell Speechlys is delighted to be a corporate member of Philanthropy Impact, a not for profit organisation set up to work with advisers, philanthropists, charities and governments to develop greater expertise, awareness and impact in philanthropic action.
Sarah Rowley is joined by John Pepin CEO of Philanthropy Impact and Rennie Hoare, Chair of Philanthropy Impact and Partner and Head of Philanthropy at C. Hoare & Co to discuss the current landscape of philanthropy in the UK and current trends, priorities and concerns amongst philanthropists.
This podcast was recorded in November 2021 as Glasgow was hosting COP 26.
Leases often contain a break clause, allowing either or both parties to achieve early termination. Whilst these clauses often appear straightforward, complying with their requirements can be tricky and the implications of failing to exercise a break option can be costly. In this podcast, Lauren Fraser discusses our top 5 tips for exercising break options with Richard Flenley and Emma Preece, who also share their experiences of some of the more unusual break situations they have come across.
In this podcast, Charles Russell Speechlys Partner Christopher Page talks to members of the Hogg family about what managing the Penpont estate in a responsible and sustainable way means to them.
Listen for an insight into the thinking behind the Penpont Project – one of the world’s largest youth-led conservation schemes – and a modern take on the centuries old concept of stewardship.
Landlords of residential property can still come across Rent Act and Assured Tenancies, and can struggle with the difficulties they can cause when it comes to regaining possession. Emma Humphreys and Joseph Green are joined by Richard Granby of Tanfield Chambers to look at how and when can courts be persuaded that tenants are no longer entitled to enjoy the protection of these tenancies.
The cases referred to in this podcast are:
- M Brown Limited v. Bestwick [1951] 1 KB 21
- Tickner v. Hearn [1961] 1 All ER 65
- Richards v. Green [1984] 11 HLR 1
- Moreland Property v. Dhokia [2003] EWCA Civ 1639
- Gofor Investments v. Roberts [1975] 1 WLUK 727
In 2021 we were proud to promote Kerry Stares as our Responsible Business Partner, reflecting how critical responsible business and environmental, social and governance (or ESG) issues are for the success and sustainability of our firm and how critical they are for our clients.
Kerry works with stakeholders across our business to understand and improve our own environmental and social impact as a business. She works with our clients to understand their ESG priorities and to ensure that we are providing them with the right advice and support, both in our traditional role as advisors and as business partners. She also works with our intermediaries and wider networks to explore opportunities for thought leadership and collaboration in the complex and fast moving world of ESG.
Kerry’s conversations are so rich in insights from our clients and intermediaries - many of whom are true sustainability leaders - that we decided to record and share them as a podcast series.
We hope that you enjoy and find them useful – please share your feedback.
The next episode in this series is a conversation with Colin le Duc, founding partner of Generation Investment Management, one of the world’s leading sustainable investment funds. Kerry and Colin discuss all things sustainable investment, including why, in Colin’s view, the commercial case for taking a sustainable approach to business and investment is definitively made, the pressing challenge of greenwashing, the increasing pressure on private companies to demonstrate strong ESG credentials and the future of ESG law and regulation.
In 2021 we were proud to promote Kerry Stares as our Responsible Business Partner, reflecting how critical responsible business and environmental, social and governance (or ESG) issues are for the success and sustainability of our firm and how critical they are for our clients.
Kerry works with stakeholders across our business to understand and improve our own environmental and social impact as a business. She works with our clients to understand their ESG priorities and to ensure that we are providing them with the right advice and support, both in our traditional role as advisors and as business partners. She also works with our intermediaries and wider networks to explore opportunities for thought leadership and collaboration in the complex and fast moving world of ESG.
Kerry’s conversations are so rich in insights from our clients and intermediaries - many of whom are true sustainability leaders - that we decided to record and share them as a podcast series.
We hope that you enjoy and find them useful – please share your feedback.
The first episode in the series features Peter Dickinson, General Counsel and Chief of Staff at facilities management and professional services company Mitie Group Plc. Kerry and Peter – a self-confessed ‘sustainability evangelist’ - discuss the value proposition of ESG, the evolution of Mitie’s approach and its increasing expectations of its suppliers, including law firms.
Emma Humphreys and Megan Davies are joined by Ben Faulkner of Wilberforce Chambers to discuss the key points for experts to bear in mind when preparing and delivering their evidence. What are an expert’s duties and where does expert evidence tend to fall down? And what do clients need to think about when an instructing an expert?
Sporting rights (including the right to shoot) can cause issues particularly if they are granted over land which may be developed in the future. Henry Fea is joined by Tristram van Lawick and Emma Preece to discuss how these rights arise and how they can be terminated, including the approaches taken towards calculating damages in the context of development.
Sam Lear and Caroline Greenwell are back to talk about settlement offers in slightly more detail, including tactics, the impact that offers can have on costs and the difficulties of withdrawing Part 36 offers.
Case reference: Burrell v Clifford [2016] EWHC 578 (Ch)
COVID-19 has led to more hotly fought business lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, on rent, interim rents, pandemic clauses and other issues. To discuss some of the trends we have seen so far from the cases, Emma Humphreys is joined by Laura Bushaway of our Real Estate Disputes Team and Ben Faulkner of Wilberforce Chambers.
Cases:
- S Franses Limited v. The Cavendish Hotel (London) Limited [Unreported, County Court at Central London,18 June 2021]
- Bank of New York Mellon (International) Limited v. Cine-UK Limited and Others [2021] EWHC 1013
- WH Smith Retail Holdings Limited v. Commerz Real Investmentgesellschaft [Unreported, County Court at Winchester, 25 March 2021]
- Poundland Limited v. Toplain Limited [Unreported, County Court at Brentford, 7 April 2021]
In the fifth episode of our Property Professionals podcast series, Eddie Richards, is joined by Kevin Mofid, head of logistics and industrial research at Savills and Kim Farley, a principal in the UK investment and leasing team at EQT Exeter. They come together to discuss:
- The key challenges facing operators and investors over the coming months
- How consumer trends have changed, and the impact on logistics space
- With the easing of restrictions, is the market going to be softening with regards to logistics investment?
Whilst there has been plenty going on with property law related to COVID-19, there are still lots of “normal” property cases to be aware of. In this podcast, Emma Humphreys, Laura Bushaway and Natalie Deuchar look at a few of the “business as usual” judgments which have been handed down so far this year. Take a listen if you want to learn more...
Cases
Forfeiture: Faiz and others v. Burnley Borough Council [2021] EWCA Civ 55 Forfeiture: Keshwala and Sharma v. Bhalsod and Bhalsod [2021] EWCA Civ 492 Construction: Monsolar IQ Limited v. Woden Park Limited [2021] EWCA Civ 961 Construction: Arnold v. Britton [2015] UKSC 36 Mistake: Chartbrook Limited v. Persimmon Homes Limited [2009] UKHL 38 Break Clauses: Capitol Park Leeds Plc v. Global Radio Services Limited [2021] EWCA Civ 995
This is the story of Heidi who is Swiss, and Henry, a Brit. In this podcast series we explore issues faced by this international couple, their businesses and their assets in a UK/Switzerland cross-border context. We will follow their story in good times and in bad times, to untangle the legal knots and help them spot opportunities.
Sad news for the family, Heidi’s aunt has died. What do the family need to think about following the death of a Swiss person with some UK connections? We look at the taxes and the succession issues.
The recent government announcement extending the restrictions (yet again) on landlords' remedies for recovering commercial lease arrears contained a few surprises. So what is the position with those remedies at present, how is the government’s Code of Practice being treated by the courts and what are the government’s plans for dealing with pandemic arrears and commercial tenancy relationships?
For information on the current restrictions on landlords’ remedies, please also see:
Commercial rent arrears: what are the latest restrictions on landlords’ remedies this quarter day?
For information on the government’s announcement about its plans for dealing with COVID-19 arrears see:
Commercial rent arrears - the burden of the pandemic remains with landlords
The cases referred to in this podcast are:
Commerz Realinvestmentgesellschaft mbh v TFS Stores Limited [2021] EWHC 863 (Ch)
Lockdown rent arrears: the High Court gives its (summary) view
Lockdown arrears: the High Court gives its view
Bank of New York Mellon (International) Limited v Cine-UK Limited [2021] EWHC 1013 (QB)
Risk allocation in commercial leases: the High Court considers rent suspension, insurance and frustration arguments
Emma Humphreys and Georgina Muskett are joined by Allison Mullen of Telemaster to discuss some of the practical issues arising out of the Electronic Communications Code. The “new” Code has been in force since December 2017 and, although it was supposed to speed up the roll out of electronic communications apparatus, it is generally acknowledged that it has led to stagnation in the market. So what are the barriers to concluding telecoms agreements? Our discussion looks at issues such as:
- Rents under the new Code
- Rights of access to buildings (especially rooftop sites)
- The challenges of defining “equipment” in Code agreements
- Recent Tribunal decisions in respect of operators’ rights to upgrade and share equipment
(1) EE Limited (2) Hutchison 3G UK Limited v The London Borough of Islington [2019] UKUT 0053 (LC)
Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd v Compton Beauchamp Estates [2019] UKUT 107 (LC) CTIL v University of the Arts London [2020] UKUT 248 (LC) (subsequently appealed to the Court of Appeal and awaiting the outcome of a further appeal to the Supreme Court)
Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd v London & Quadrant Housing Trust [2020] UKUT 282 (LC) (also referred to as “Maple House”)
Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd v University of the Arts London [2020] UKUT 248 (LC)
On Tower UK Ltd v JH & FW Green Ltd [2020] UKUT 348 (LC)
Landlords will sometimes come across a receiver being appointed over a tenant company's assets, or may even find their own assets subject to such an appointment. So, what is a fixed charge receiver, what are their powers and how is COVID-19 likely to affect receivership appointments? The answers are provided by property insolvency specialists Emma Humphreys and Bethan Cunniffe with expert input from Tony Guthrie, a Partner at Gerald Eve who is often appointed as a fixed charge (LPA) receiver.
We are delighted to present a podcast series detailing a mock conference with counsel dealing with insurance claims under a construction contract, complex issues of delay and finding commercial solutions for your clients. The mock-conference will be split into two 30-minute bite-sized podcasts and will see counsel advising a high-end developer client in the context of:
- Specified Perils,
- Delays, and
- Insurance claims.
The podcasts will give an authentic insight into common challenges facing developer clients and will explore how to get the best outcome in the face of thorny contractual and practical issues.
Our Speakers include Rupa Lakha, Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys and Jennie Wild and Charlie Thompson of Keating Chambers.
Roger Elford and Dan Moore of our Corporate Restructuring & Insolvency Team are back with Emma Humphreys to review some of the recent high-profile landlord challenges to tenant CVAs (Corporate Voluntary Arrangements), as well as looking at Virgin Active's use of the new restructuring arrangement introduced by the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020. Is the British Property Federation correct to describe it as setting a dangerous precedent? This podcast looks at the following decisions: Lazari Properties 2 Limited & Ors v New Look Retailers Limited & Ors [2021] EWHC 1209 (Ch) Re Regis UK Limited [2021] EWHC 1294 (Ch) Re Virgin Active Holdings Ltd, Virgin Active Ltd and Virgin Active Health Clubs Ltd [2021] EWHC 814 (Ch) (convening) and [2021] EWHC 1246 (Ch) (sanction)
A conversation with four Pro Bono Partners recently promoted in the last 12 months:
- Kerry Stares, Charles Russell Speechlys
- Yasmin Waljee OBE, Hogan Lovells
- Brooke Massender, Herbert Smith Freehills
- Claire Donse, DLA Piper
The Government continues to be very active in its proposals for reforming the law affecting the development, ownership and management of residential and mixed use property. Following on from the Queen’s Speech in May, what are the likely changes to ground rents, how is commonhold going to be encouraged and will ASTs ever return to a straightforward 2 month termination process? To discuss these issues and more, Emma Humphreys is joined by two of our residential property specialists, Lauren Fraser and Laura Bushaway.
Aster Communities v. Chapman and Others [2021] EWCA Civ 660:
https://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/Civ/2021/660.html
We are delighted to present a podcast series detailing a mock conference with counsel dealing with insurance claims under a construction contract, complex issues of delay and finding commercial solutions for your clients. The mock-conference will be split into two 30-minute bite-sized podcasts and will see counsel advising a high-end developer client in the context of:
- Specified Perils,
- Delays, and
- Insurance claims.
The podcasts will give an authentic insight into common challenges facing developer clients and will explore how to get the best outcome in the face of thorny contractual and practical issues.
Our Speakers include Rupa Lakha, Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys and Jennie Wild and Charlie Thompson of Keating Chambers.
Settlement offers are often a sensible route for trying to settle disputes, not least because they offer flexibility which may be unavailable from a court judgment. Emma Humphreys and Samuel Lear are joined by Caroline Greenwell of our Commercial Dispute Resolution Team to discuss the differences between Calderbank offers and offers made under CPR Part 36 and the basics of how they work in practice.
Pharmacy property is a specialist area which contains many traps for the unwary.
Not having the right knowledge or understanding of the complexities of Pharmacy Law could cause problems in negotiating a Pharmacy property transaction or in safeguarding your business interests.
In this podcast, Rachel Warren and Claire Timmings discuss the key issues both landlords tenants and their advisers need to know when navigating such transactions, focusing on the significant legal and practical issues involved.
In our series, Building Back Better, we consider how hospitality businesses can rebuild post-pandemic.
In this episode we consider the future of the hospitality industry, post pandemic. What have we learnt and how will that influence the industry going forwards?
Speakers:
- Caroline Swain, Senior Associate, Charles Russell Speechlys
- Frank Bandura, Interim CFO, Gusto Italian
- Ingrid Saffin, Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys
- Nigel Scorey, Founder and CEO, Procure 4
In our series, Building Back Better, we consider how hospitality businesses can rebuild post-pandemic.
In this episode we consider how hospitality businesses can re-examine their offering to ensure their long term survival.
Speakers:
- Caroline Swain, Senior Associate, Charles Russell Speechlys
- Frank Bandura, Interim CFO, Gusto Italian
- Ingrid Saffin, Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys
- Nigel Scorey, Founder and CEO, Procure 4
Building Back Better, we consider how hospitality businesses can rebuild post-pandemic.
In this episode we consider the benefits of re-structuring and re-examining your real estate portfolio.
Speakers:
- Caroline Swain, Senior Associate, Charles Russell Speechlys
- Frank Bandura, Interim CFO, Gusto Italian
- Ingrid Saffin, Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys
- Nigel Scorey, Founder and CEO, Procure 4
The pressures of the pandemic have seen many people cohabiting more quickly - as well as more breakdowns in relationships. It is easy to drift into complicated territory when it comes to property arrangements between a couple and there are still many incorrect assumptions about cohabitation rights.
In this podcast, Emma Humphreys and Richard Flenley discuss some of the key property issues with Emily Borrowdale of our Family Team.
As the UK lockdown begins to lift there are still uncertainties around the future of office spaces. Whether it’s agile working policies, moving away from city centres or moving towards more collaborative working environments, many are questioning what to do with their offices and particularly what to do if you have excess space or the wrong space for your business.
Join our Office Occupiers team, led by Real Estate Partner Sarah Morley with Planning Partner Helen Hutton and Real Estate Disputes Associate Emma Preece as they discuss your options and what to do if you want to re-purpose, break or sublet your office space.
Handover at practical completion is when everything should come together on a construction project.
Join Charles Russell Speechlys Partner, James Worthington and Gardiner and Theobald Partner, Daniel Webster as they discuss some practical tips for the handover of a successful project.
What impact has COVID-19 had on commercial lease negotiations and will we see the effects last? Join James Green, Ingrid Saffin and Mark White from our Real Estate team to find out, as they discuss how landlords’ and tenants’ priorities around rent models, rent reviews and break clauses have shifted in response to the pandemic.
There was significant interest in this year's Spring Budget. Emma Humphreys is joined by tax specialist Harman Bains to review some of the measures introduced by Rishi Sunak to try to meet the challenges of providing a boost to COVID-hit businesses and workers, as well as considering the potential impact of the changes relevant to residential property.
Further reading:
- Mixed news for corporation tax payers in today’s Budget
- Snap poll: Britons overwhelmingly back Corporation Tax increase outlined in Budget 2021
- Digital innovation: no Budget support for the evolved hospitality industry
- A vote of confidence in the UK arts sector: Chancellor announces £408m funding boost
In the fourth episode of our Property Professionals podcast series, Julie Sharpe, one of our real estate senior associates is joined by Helen Coward, a partner in our private client team and Tim Watson, a director in the development team at Savills. They discuss the highlights of the recent budget announcement, including:
- The chancellor's announcement - what tax changes are being introduced and why
- Why the tax reforms are not as wide ranging as speculated
- How this will all impact the development market going forward
In the third of our series of our Property Patter podcasts looking at tenant insolvency, Emma Humphreys is joined by Roger Elford and Daniel Moore to look at some key points on tenant CVAs. Listen in for the answers to FAQs including “How do CVAs impact on landlords?”, “What do landlords need to look out for in CVA proposals?”, “When can a landlord challenge a CVA?” and “Which CVAs are already heading to the courts?”
In our third episode, Trevor Bettany, Jessie Basra and Josie MacLeod look at employee rights on redundancy, including payments, alternative employment and trial periods.
In the second of our series of Property Patter podcasts looking at tenant insolvency, Emma Humphreys invites Heidi Wagstaff and Emma Preece to explain a bit more about how liquidation works. What are the different types of liquidation and when will the court make a winding-up order (in “normal” times)? What steps should landlords take when a tenant goes into liquidation? And what are the chances of landlords achieving any recovery when a tenant goes into liquidation - is it all doom and gloom?!
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In our second episode, Trevor Bettany, Sophie Lockwood and Amelia Goodwin look at the practice side of carrying out a redundancy exercise including making the announcement, collective and individual consultation, scoring and dismissal.
Boundary disputes often involve high levels of stress and costs. The courts have made it clear that they would rather not deal with these types of dispute when their resources are so stretched, but the issues and evidence can be complex. In this podcast, Emma Humphreys and Emma Preece are joined by Kerry Bretherton QC of Tanfield Chambers to explore whether it is possible to simplify boundary issues between warring parties and how to encourage people to “make love not war” over their boundary differences…!
In our first episode, Trevor Bettany and Clare Davis discuss the practical aspects of undertaking a redundancy exercise – looking at the theory, options for employers and what to take into account at the initial planning stages.
Successful procurement is more than the choice of the construction contract. Join Charles Russell Speechlys Partner, Fiona Edmond and Gardiner and Theobald Partner, John Meredith as they discuss some practical pre-tender tips for a successful project.
In the first of a series of our Property Patter podcasts looking at the different forms of tenant insolvency, Emma Humphreys is joined by Bethan Cunniffe and Sam Lear to look at some key points on tenant administration. Listen in for the answers to FAQs including “What is the aim of an administration?”, “When is a “pre-pack” the preferred option?”, “What can and should landlords do when faced with a tenant in administration?” and “Why is an administration like bubble wrap?!”
In our first episode of Property Patter for 2021, Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh QC and Toby Boncey of Falcon Chambers to look at what’s ahead in the world of property law during this year – including Parliament’s plans and coronavirus cases ranging from tenants challenging arrears claims to hotly contested disputes over the terms of renewal leases under the 1954 Act. There are also plenty of “business as usual” property disputes for discussion – including consideration of the clarity we might get on the Electronic Communications Code this year and the differing court views when it comes to parties’ conduct and injunctions.
Emma Humphreys and Natalie Deuchar are joined by Joanne Wicks QC of Wilberforce Chambers to discuss two areas of property law they would like to see work better: section 2 of the Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989 and section 18 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1927. What are the problems with these rules? Would amendment save them, or do they need sending to Room 101? And are there any positives to take from 2020 as we head towards the New Year…?
Rachel sits down with leading Barrister, Kevin McCartney from 5 Paper Buildings, to discuss bribery and corruption from a criminal perspective. The pair will look at issues relating to bribery that can occur in business and take you through a case study outlining some potential pitfalls in business relationships.
This is the story of Heidi who is Swiss, and Henry, a Brit. In this podcast series we explore issues faced by this international couple, their businesses and their assets in a UK/Switzerland cross-border context. We will follow their story in good times and in bad times, to untangle the legal knots and help them spot opportunities.
Before Heidi and Henry “settle down”, they decide to go on a free-ride skiing adventure. Do they need Wills? What should these say? What happens following an accident if one of them survives, but loses mental capacity?
This is the story of Heidi who is Swiss, and Henry, a Brit. In this podcast series we explore issues faced by this international couple, their businesses and their assets in a UK/Switzerland cross-border context. We will follow their story in good times and in bad times, to untangle the legal knots and help them spot opportunities.
Before they tie the knot, Henry’s parents want him to have a ‘pre-nuptial agreement’, to protect family money in case of a divorce. Heidi’s family say this can be dealt with by electing into the appropriate ‘matrimonial property regime’. Are they both right and does it matter which country they get married in?
This is the story of Heidi who is Swiss, and Henry, a Brit. In this podcast series we explore issues faced by this international couple, their businesses and their assets in a UK/Switzerland cross-border context. We will follow their story in good times and in bad times, to untangle the legal knots and help them spot opportunities.
Heidi wants Henry to move to Switzerland before they get married. Henry needs to know what his options are, and what he needs to think about before he moves. Does he need a visa and/or a ‘lump sum’ tax arrangement? What about his family trusts? Can he continue working for his UK family business from Switzerland? What pre-location steps should he be taking?
The pandemic and the prospect of Brexit are both causing occupiers to reassess their space needs for 2021 and beyond, particularly in the context of retail and offices. Tenants who want to relocate or share their space will need to look particularly carefully at their lease requirements. Applications for consent to assign, sublet or alter premises are fraught with difficulties – for both landlords and tenants, not least because of the legislation which can apply. In this podcast, Emma Humphreys, Joseph Green and Laura Bushaway explain the relevant law which parties need to keep in mind.
Social media and brands go hand-in-hand but during the COVID-19 pandemic, with an ever greater reliance on online trading and marketing, it is a key time to revisit IP issues surrounding use and protection of hashtags, memes, GIFs and stickers. Charlotte, Olivia and Peter discuss the key issues.
The section 20 consultation process required before residential landlords start major works projects or enter into certain long term agreements was put into place to try to protect residential leaseholders. Unfortunately, the process is often complex, time-consuming and increasingly subject to disputes and litigation. In this podcast, Emma Humphreys, Georgina Redsell and Lauren Fraser address some of the practical issues which can arise.
The routes for seeking to recover lease arrears vary according to the type of tenancy and the nature of the sum owed. In this podcast, the team review where landlords stand following the latest changes in the law and the options for action available to recover rent and service charges owed under commercial and residential tenancies.
COVID-19 is costing the UK a lot of money, and will have to be paid for at some point going forward. With tax rises on the horizon, it seems like a good time to look at what steps might be taken and how that might impact on the market.
This "Strategic Land Tax Time Bomb" episode looks at all things tax! Ian Brothwood one of our real estate Partners in Cheltenham is joined by Zoe Thomas, a Partner at Smith & Williamson, and Tim Watson, a Director at Savills to discuss:
- The most common tax structures being used
- Tax changes, and how this will affect land owners
- Tax treatments
- Freezer clauses, how these are being used and if they're meaningful or useful
COVID-19 is leading to major changes in the landlord and tenant relationship in relation to commercial leases. But how will this affect the courts’ approach to determining renewal lease terms under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954? Emma Humphreys explores the most likely areas of dispute with Georgina Redsell and Samuel Lear.
James Bradford is joined by Ben Handley, Tax partner at BDO, to discuss current speculation and client reaction in relation to capital taxes. This was recorded before the announcement on 23 September that the autumn Budget would be cancelled / deferred. Topics covered are:
- Current coverage and speculation on CGT and IHT;
- Advising clients against the backdrop of potential change and uncertain times;
- The importance of working with trusted advisors.
Jessie Basra is joined by Employment Partner, Emma Bartlett, and Tax Legal Director, Hugh Gunson, to discuss the key upcoming changes to the off-payroll working rules in April 2021 - commonly known as IR35 – and how to start preparing for these changes now.
Tim Maxwell is joined by Manoj Vaghela to discuss some interesting insights with regards to how business interruption has affected many people, including:
- How we help clients with Business Interruption, and advice with insurance cover
- Event cancellation reimbursements for Landed Estates
- How this has affected the Arts world
- FCA guidance
In this episode we discuss how the retail and food & beverage sectors can reset, restructure and plan for the future. Caroline is joined by two partners from our corporate restructuring team: Roger Elford and Jason Freedman, and founder and CEO of the procurement and cost reductions specialists, Procure4: Nigel Scorey.
In the latest episode of The New Normal, Michael O’Connor and Jane Robertson discuss two recent cases concerning the enforcement of adjudication proceedings.
Naomi Nettleton, one of our Real Estate partners, is joined by Olivia Crane, an associate in our Commercial team, and Manoj Vaghela, a partner in our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team, to discuss further insights with regards to staging outside events, including:
• Data protection considerations for Landed Estates • The 'test & trace' programme in relation to events • Insurance aspects involved with Landed Estates hosting events • Event cancellation policies
Julie Sharpe, one of our real estate Senior Associates in Cheltenham is joined by Kristina Appleby, an Associate from Savills and Mark Ryan, a manager from Close Brothers. In this podcast, they focus on development finance and discuss:
• How the current crisis has affected the property finance industry • Changes to lending appetite, asset classes and LTVs • General market valuation issues • Market uncertainty clauses • Areas for opportunity and the legacy left by Covid-19 on valuation and lending
Naomi Nettleton, one of our Real Estate partners is joined by Richard Davies, a senior associate in our Commercial team and Syma Spanjers, a senior associate in our Employment team to discuss further insights with regards to staging outside events, including:
• The importance of event contracts for landed estates • The consumer law position • Cancellation elements of events • Employment protection • Furlough and flexible furlough
In this podcast we will discuss some of the opportunities and issues about returning to the workplace as well as some wider market predictions and Health & Safety law. Speakers include Sarah Morley & Noel Wardle of Charles Russell Speechlys as well as Kersten Muller, Head of Real Estate at Grant Thornton.
As a result of the ongoing pandemic, many business have experienced massive disruption and, where possible, their workforces have been required to work remotely. With reduced scrutiny of IT systems and tools, and with a degree of detachment from typical business practices, weaknesses in remote working practices and systems are being exploited by cyber fraudsters which in turn is leading to a significant rise in fraud cases.
In the first episode of our new Investigations podcast series, Charlotte Pender is joined by Stewart Hey and Caroline Greenwell from our Fraud team to look at the problems this poses to businesses and to offer their advice and recommendations on how to best tackle such issues.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with one of the team if you have any questions. You can find out more on our Investigations and Fraud pages.
We are delighted to bring you the second episode of our Landed Estates and Historic Properties podcast series. Naomi Nettleton, one of our Real Estate partners is joined by Simon Foster, a director at Savills to discuss a number of aspects with regards to staging outside events, and how things have changed recently, including:
- New measures and legal issues for Estates dealing with outside events
- Considerations for landowners, event organisers, and other stakeholders involved
- Popular queries regarding how Covid-19 has affected the industry
- Important aspects for people involved with Estates to consider going forward
This is the story of Chris, a Brit, and Sam from the US. In this podcast we explore issues faced by this transatlantic couple including their businesses and their assets in a US to UK, cross-border context.
Chris is a Brit. He is the heir of a significant UK family business, specialising in high-end retail. The plan has always been for Chris to take over the family business. In preparation for Chris joining the family business, his parents have sent him to Harvard Business School, where he has been enjoying his classes and making fantastic contacts.
In fact, he has made the ultimate contact: Sam. Sam is the child of a California real estate tycoon. Whilst deciding what to do next, Sam has also been studying at Harvard Business School. Chris and Sam have fallen in love and want to get married.
In each episode, we will investigate a different aspect of the transatlantic legal issues that Chris and Sam face.
Over the last 5 years, taxpayers are required to provide an increasing amount of information to tax authorities, and this information is regularly shared internationally. FATCA also made many people realise for the first time that they are actually US persons. In this episode, Iain Younger and Mark Summers discuss their practical experiences of the new tax reporting regimes.
This is the story of Chris, a Brit, and Sam from the US. In this podcast we explore issues faced by this transatlantic couple including their businesses and their assets in a US to UK, cross-border context.
Chris is a Brit. He is the heir of a significant UK family business, specialising in high-end retail. The plan has always been for Chris to take over the family business. In preparation for Chris joining the family business, his parents have sent him to Harvard Business School, where he has been enjoying his classes and making fantastic contacts.
In fact, he has made the ultimate contact: Sam. Sam is the child of a California real estate tycoon. Whilst deciding what to do next, Sam has also been studying at Harvard Business School. Chris and Sam have fallen in love and want to get married.
In each episode, we will investigate a different aspect of the transatlantic legal issues that Chris and Sam face.
Before Chris and Sam “settle down”, they have decided to go on a sailing adventure. Quite rightly, their parents are insisting that they make Wills. But what should these say?
This is the story of Chris, a Brit, and Sam from the US. In this podcast we explore issues faced by this transatlantic couple including their businesses and their assets in a US to UK, cross-border context.
Chris is a Brit. He is the heir of a significant UK family business, specialising in high-end retail. The plan has always been for Chris to take over the family business. In preparation for Chris joining the family business, his parents have sent him to Harvard Business School, where he has been enjoying his classes and making fantastic contacts.
In fact, he has made the ultimate contact: Sam. Sam is the child of a California real estate tycoon. Whilst deciding what to do next, Sam has also been studying at Harvard Business School. Chris and Sam have fallen in love and want to get married.
In each episode, we will investigate a different aspect of the transatlantic legal issues that Chris and Sam face.
Once settled in the UK, Sam quickly realises that they cannot easily escape the IRS. As a US citizen, Sam must continue to report and pay taxes to the IRS. But as a UK resident, Sam also needs to navigate the UK tax system.
This is the story of Chris, a Brit, and Sam from the US. In this podcast we explore issues faced by this transatlantic couple including their businesses and their assets in a US to UK, cross-border context.
Chris is a Brit. He is the heir of a significant UK family business, specialising in high-end retail. The plan has always been for Chris to take over the family business.
In preparation for Chris joining the family business, his parents have sent him to Harvard Business School, where he has been enjoying his classes and making fantastic contacts. In fact, he has made the ultimate contact: Sam. Sam is the child of a California real estate tycoon. Whilst deciding what to do next, Sam has also been studying at Harvard Business School.
Chris and Sam have fallen in love and want to get married. In each episode, we will investigate a different aspect of the transatlantic legal issues that Chris and Sam face.
In this episode, Chris and Sam have decided to move to the UK. Sam therefore needs to investigate which immigration status will best suit them.
On 16 July 2020, the Court of Justice of the European Union invalidated the EU-US Privacy Shield as a mechanism for transfer of personal data from the EU to the United States. The decision is likely to have a profound impact, particularly where personal data is transferred between the EU and the US. In this podcast, Chris Ingram, Jonathan McDonald and Olivia Crane discuss the impact of the Schrems II decision and the practical steps businesses can take to ensure all international data flows remain legally compliant.
There has been plenty of guidance about the changes to the property world brought about COVID-19, but there are still lots of “normal” property cases to be aware of. In this podcast, we look at a few of the “business as usual” judgments which have been handed down so far this year. Take a listen if you want to learn more about Duval v 11-13 Randolph Crescent Limited (about residential landlords consenting to activities which are prohibited by the lease, e.g. alterations) or Sara & Hossein Asset Holdings v Blacks (about a commercial tenant’s challenges to its service charge).
In this episode, Laura Sheftel and Rebecca Day discuss the SDLT holiday announced by the Government on 8 July 2020, including some of the more interesting points you may not have thought about.
Paul Henty, our Head of Public Procurement, discusses recently issued guidance from HM Government on how public bodies should deal with construction projects and firms in the era of COVID-19. Paul addresses public guidance on the provision of contractual relief to contractors, as well as the most recent guidance on the government’s plans to return contracting practices to normal as the outbreak tapers off.
In the second part of our two-part episode on designs and design rights, David and Pete explain registered and unregistered design rights in the UK, and Rahim illustrates some of key designs principles as the applied in recent case law. The team also have a brief discussion on the benefits of registering designs, and the impact of Brexit on UK design rights.
Jessica Arrol and Jed Wilsher examine the key themes for regulated FinTechs as the COVID-19 lockdown begins to ease, considering the areas of focus from a Financial Conduct Authority perspective as well as potential opportunities in the FinTech space.
In the first part of our two-part episode on designs and design rights, David, Pete and Rahim discuss registered and unregistered design rights in the European Union and consider the effect that Brexit will have on these rights.
In this episode, Heather Maizels speaks to Sarah Rowley about all aspects of philanthropy, including setting up a foundation and sustainable investments.
Henry Fea (Partner, Private Wealth) is joined by Christian Massey (Partner, Private Wealth) and Alexander Caton (Legal Director, Private Wealth) to discuss a number of aspects arising from Rishi Sunak's Summer statement, including:
- The tax cuts that could affect the Landed Estates & Historic Property sector
- The new discount factor available
- Stamp Duty Land Tax
- Opportunities for owners of Landed Estates and Historic Properties
In this episode, Emma Bartlett, Amelia Goodwin and Sophie Lockwood address frequently asked questions around redundancies during furlough, as some businesses must take steps towards restructuring in the wake of COVID-19.
Hear ‘What you need to know’ analysis of Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s emergency budget. Covering Real Estate, Tax, Employment, Infrastructure, Planning and even E-Scooters. Our speakers include Charles Russell Speechlys Partners, Claire Fallows and David Savage alongside Kersten Muller, Head of UK Real Estate at Grant Thornton.
Steve Carey and Andrew Keeley discuss the Supreme Court’s decision in Bresco Electrical Services Ltd (in liquidation) v Michael J Lonsdale (Electrical) Ltd and what this might mean for the construction industry.
Alex Caton and Louise Paterson consider whether now is a good time to gift heritage and farm assets and things to consider when doing so.
Emma Bartlett, Briony Richards and Connie Berry discuss “flexible furlough”, and what businesses should be thinking about as they consider future furlough options.
In this episode Darren Bailey is joined by Satish Khanke and Manoj Vaghela to talk about insurance in the world of sport as recent events highlighted the importance of this.
As we cannot celebrate Pride in the usual way this year, it is important that we continue to raise awareness and show our support. Our support to LGBTQ+ inclusion comes from within – our colleagues. This year, members of our LGBTQ+ and Allies Committee have shared their thoughts and personal experiences via our Guide to Pride series, which comprises of three separate podcasts covering some interesting topics.
In this podcast, the speakers discuss Pride and the parades that take place across the world – colourful outdoor celebrations which usually include a march and are attended by thousands. They also discuss UK Black Pride as its own celebration and share experiences and insight as to what you can expect if you would like to attend and show your support at Pride and/or Black Pride in future years.
In this podcast the speakers, including Head of our LGBTQ+ Allies Network, explain the importance of being an ally and how we can each improve as allies to show more support to colleagues, friends and/or clients. They discuss the renowned positive impact allyship can have on personal experiences and on creating an environment where individuals feel comfortable to be themselves.
In this podcast, the speakers discuss the different generational challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community and the challenges individuals face based on how progressive society is and/or isn’t in different places – what does this mean for their experiences? They also share some key words of wisdom and advice.
In this episode, we provide an update on a previous edition about recovering arrears as we approach the June quarter day. We look at the latest position with restrictions on landlords' remedies introduced by the Government to protect commercial tenants during the Covid-19 crisis, as well as reviewing the commercial property arrears code which has now been published and some of the key issues arising from the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill that is making its way through Parliament.
Emma Bartlett and Anisha Vyas explore how businesses will need to translate Government guidance into specific actions to ensure a safe and successful return to work.
This series provides a quick and informative guide as to legal issues affecting the construction industry arising out of COVID-19.
In this episode we discuss how the risks of delay and additional cost arising from COVID-19 can be addressed in future construction contracts, how COVID-19 can be defined and whether force majeure and change of law clauses will be amended to specifically address COVID-19 issues.
In this episode we discuss how brands and retailers can plan for a more sustainable future in a post COVID-19 world.
Our latest Property Patter podcast looks at the ongoing need for housing and the role of greenfield sites. Our guest speaker, Rebecca Cattermole of Tanfield Chambers, joins the team to talk about investigating the development potential of agricultural land – including how to terminate agricultural tenancies
This episode focuses on employment issues in sport in light of COVID-19. Darren Bailey is joined by Emily Chalkley from our employment team.
In this episode Caroline Greenwell and Freddie Law are joined by Mark Hill and Simon Green from our Dubai office to give you an update on how COVID-19 has affected the region.
In this episode, Darren Bailey and Noel Wardle discuss the importance of public health and what measures sport organisations will have to implement for the resumption of Sport in light of COVID-19.
This series provides a quick an informative guide as to legal issues affecting the construction industry arising out of COVID-19.
In this episode, we discuss key issues arising from the government's guidance on responsible contracting and the Construction Leadership’s Council’s equivalent guidance for non-public. Our speakers also consider the contract provisions of NEC and FIDIC time and money claims in light of COVID-19 issues.
In this podcast Chris Ingram discusses the importance of Operational Resilience with Mark Bailey and Christina Fleming in light of Covid-19.
Charlotte Duly and Peter Byrd explore the area of Brand Audits. In particular, they look at why they are an important thing to do and the key things to consider when completing one. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact a member of the team.