Charles Russell Speechlys Podcast Channel

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...

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 Tribun...

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 als...

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...

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...

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...

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 Mc...

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 amon...

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...

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...

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. An...

In this edition of our retail collection podcast, Michael Powner , Partner in our employment team was joined by Glyn House, Managing Director of Caffè 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...

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...

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...

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 thro...

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 biotec...

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 gl...

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...

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...

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...

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 strategi...

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...

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...

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 hi...

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 appr...