88: Navigating Tariffs: Legal Considerations for UK Business
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Release Date: 04/11/2025
95: Nature, innovation and the shift in climate strategy
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From NYCW to COP30, what’s shaping the climate conversation now? New York Climate Week (NYCW) gave a clear signal that the climate conversation is shifting - from high-level ambition to practical action. In this podcast episode, Sustainability Partner Ben Stansfield and Graham Reeder reflect on key themes from NYCW and look ahead to COP30 in Belém, Brazil. They explore topics likely to shape the agenda, including regenerative agriculture, circular design, and the developments influencing climate leadership. The conversation also highlights the growing focus on biodiversity, national climate...
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94: Shaping the Future of Build to Rent: Quintain Living at Wembley Park
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The build to rent (BTR) sector is transforming the living sector, offering professionally managed, high-quality homes designed for modern lifestyles. In this podcast episode, Nick Mumby, Partner and ... Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm working across a range of industry sectors including real estate, government, financial services, life sciences and technology. We operate across the world with offices in the UK, Europe, Canada and the Middle East. We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Subscribe to receive...
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93: Unlocking the Future of Solar Energy in the UK
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The UK Government's recent publication of the Solar Roadmap marks a significant step towards addressing the energy trilemma of security, affordability, and sustainability. With ambitious targets set for solar energy deployment, understanding the implications for the real estate and energy sectors is crucial. In this podcast, Partner and Co-Leader of our Energy Sector team Helen Emmerson joins Sustainability Partner Ben Stansfield to provide their insights into the UK Solar Roadmap, highlighting key areas such as the potential of commercial rooftops, the importance of standardised documentation...
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92: Operational Living Insights: Advertising and Marketing in the Living Sector
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Why should operators in the Living sector be concerned about consumer law issues? In the final episode of our Operational Living Insights podcast series, Legal Director Dan Smith and Principal Associate Zoe Pearman, explore the key legal developments that operators need to understand when it comes to advertising and marketing in the Living sector. Dan highlights the implications of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 on advertising practices and discusses how the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is increasingly using AI to detect non-compliant content. This...
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91: Operational Living Insights: PropTech in the Living sector
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How can operators in the Living sector unlock the potential of PropTech and AI, while staying on the right side of the law? In the second episode of our Operational Living Insights podcast series, Jocelyn Paulley, Partner in our Commercial, IT and Outsourcing team and member of the firm's Tech sector team, joins Danielle Klepping, Principal Associate in our commercial contracts team, to explore how customer facing technology is transforming service delivery and operational efficiency across the Living sector and to share top tips on how to evaluate current tech stacks as well...
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90: Operational Living Insights: Operating and Managing Living Sector Assets
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What are management agreements, what do they look like and when are they used? In the first of three episodes in our new Operational Living Insights series, Partner and Co-Head of our Living sector group Dominic Morris and Principal Associate Danielle Klepping discuss the growing use of management agreements in the operation of living sector assets and some of the key issues to be alert to when using them. Stay tuned for the second podcast in the series, where we'll look at some of the legal considerations operators should bear in mind when harnessing the potential of AI and PropTech in the...
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89: Data Privacy: The Legal Challenges of Biometrics
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Biometric data - like facial recognition and fingerprints - is being used more frequently, for example for access controls to buildings and identity verification. But with the UK GDPR and increasing regulatory scrutiny, businesses need to be careful about how they use it. In this podcast, Co-Leaders of the UK Data Protection and Cyber Security practice, Loretta Pugh and Jocelyn Paulley, break down the legal risks of using biometric data and what businesses can do to stay compliant. They look at real-world examples, common issues, and useful tips on managing the legal risks. ... Gowling WLG is...
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88: Navigating Tariffs: Legal Considerations for UK Business
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Ongoing shifts in tariff policies are leaving many UK businesses uncertain about their next steps. With President Trump's recent announcements causing even more confusion around higher-rate global tariffs, understanding the legal implications is more important than ever. In this episode, Partner David Lowe, Partner Bernardine Adkins, and Senior Associate James Stunt break down the latest developments from a legal perspective, offering clarity on what businesses should expect when facing the upcoming changes. ... Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm...
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87: Navigating Tariffs: What To Do in Times of Change
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With tariffs on the rise, the climate surrounding international trade is shifting rapidly. Understanding how tariffs resulting from President Trump's administration will impact your business operations is critical. In this evolving time for trade, the only certainty is uncertainty. In this podcast, David Lowe and Bernardine Adkins discuss the recent developments surrounding tariffs and how businesses can navigate the uncertainty they pose. Listen in as David explores how tariffs can affect contracts and supply chains while Bernardine focuses on the regulatory issues tariffs will have in terms...
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86: Transactional Talk: The Road to Completion - Episode Five
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Ready to close the deal? Let's discuss the final steps in M&A transactions. In this final episode of our series on corporate acquisitions, we take a look at the critical steps that take place once the documentation is agreed and guide you through the final stages the deal. Our host Alex Farrow, Senior Associate in the Corporate team sits down with Chelsie Taylor, Principal Associate, Ruairi O'Grady, Associate, and Maya Thompson, Solicitor Apprentice. From managing last-minute challenges to ensuring all parties are aligned for a smooth closing, together they explore the practical...
info_outlineOngoing shifts in tariff policies are leaving many UK businesses uncertain about their next steps. With President Trump's recent announcements causing even more confusion around higher-rate global tariffs, understanding the legal implications is more important than ever.
In this episode, Partner David Lowe, Partner Bernardine Adkins, and Senior Associate James Stunt break down the latest developments from a legal perspective, offering clarity on what businesses should expect when facing the upcoming changes.
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