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The Macfarlanes Podcast

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76 episodes

2 months ago

In the latest episode of our podcast, Matthew Ramsey is joined by competition law experts Rachel Carter and Fiona Beattie to explore the emerging intersection between employment law and competition law – an area often overlooked by HR professionals. They cover: how competition law principles apply to employment relationships, beyond traditional restraint of trade clauses;recent enforcement actions in the UK, EU, and US targeting anti-competitive practices in labour markets, such as no-poach a...

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In the latest episode of our podcast, Matthew Ramsey is joined by competition law experts Rachel Carter and Fiona Beattie to explore the emerging intersection between employment law and competition law – an area often overlooked by HR professionals. They cover: how competition law principles apply to employment relationships, beyond traditional restraint of trade clauses;recent enforcement actions in the UK, EU, and US targeting anti-competitive practices in labour markets, such as no-poach a...

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The Macfarlanes Podcast

HR briefing - competition and employment

In the latest episode of our podcast, Matthew Ramsey is joined by competition law experts Rachel Carter and Fiona Beattie to explore the emerging intersection between employment law and competition law – an area often overlooked by HR professionals. They cover: how competition law principles apply to employment relationships, beyond traditional restraint of trade clauses;recent enforcement actions in the UK, EU, and US targeting anti-competitive practices in labour markets, such as no-poach a...

3 months ago

11 minutes

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Policy in practice: Labour and financial services – one year on

In the latest episode of our Policy in practice podcast, Head of Public Policy David Gauke is joined by Financial Services Regulation Partners, Alexandra Green and Michael Sholem to reflect on the Labour government’s approach to financial services, just over a year since taking office. They cover: the Treasury’s focus on growth and the FCA’s response to its revised remit;proposed reforms to redress, retail advice and the Consumer Duty;anticipated Mansion House announcements, particularly on o...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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Policy in practice: opportunities for private capital managers - the Mansion House Accord and the new Pension Schemes Bill

In the latest episode of our policy in practice podcast, Head of Public Policy David Gauke is joined by Pensions Partner Faye Jarvis and Investment Management Partner Lora Froud to discuss how private capital managers can access UK pension fund investors following the Mansion House Accord and the new Pension Schemes Bill. They cover: the commitment made by 17 of the UK's largest pension funds to invest 10% of their defined contribution default funds in private markets by 2030, wit...

3 months ago

24 minutes

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Policy in practice: failure to prevent fraud offence

In the latest episode of the policy in practice podcast, David Gauke, Brian Spiro, and Helen Harvey discuss the introduction of the new corporate offence for failing to prevent fraud. They cover: the purpose and legal background of the new offence;what kind of organisations are affected and how liability is determined; the proactive measures businesses must implement to ensure compliance; and enforcement implications. If you would like more information or want to di...

9 months ago

24 minutes

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Policy in practice: litigation funding in England and Wales

In the latest episode of the policy in practice podcast, David Gauke, Malcolm Hitching, and James Popperwell discuss litigation funding in England and Wales, including the impact of legal rulings, the ongoing Civil Justice Council (CJC) review, and whether or not further regulation might be needed to preserve access to justice while protecting consumers. They cover: the impact of the PACCAR ruling on litigation funding agreements;the CJC's review of the litigation funding sector in England a...

9 months ago

22 minutes

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Policy in practice: US tax reform – unpacking Trump’s tax plans

In the latest episode of our policy in practice podcast, David Gauke, Rhiannon Kinghall Were, and Bezhan Salehy discuss President Trump's decision to withdraw the US from the OECD global tax deal, the implications for Pillars 1 and 2, and the potential for future negotiations. They cover: the background and details of the OECD global tax deal;the US’ objections to Pillar 1 and Pillar 2;digital services taxes (DSTs); andpolitical, fiscal and practical implications, including the likelihood of...

9 months ago

17 minutes

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Policy in practice: COP 29

In the latest episode of our policy in practice podcasts, David Gauke, Rachel Richardson, and Praveen Gopalan discuss COP 29 (November 2024), recent developments in sustainable finance and ESG, and the future of COP, including COP 30’s potential focus on biodiversity. They cover: COP 29 – expectations vs. outcomes and targets;how businesses will be affected in the UK;the politicisation of ESG initiatives;current hot topics in ESG; andthe future of COP and sustainable finance.If you would lik...

9 months ago

27 minutes

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HR briefing - wages and suspensions: Mendy v Manchester City

In the latest episode of our podcast, Matthew Ramsey is joined by Isobel Lewis to talk about money: when wages are payable, when employers can withhold salary, and what happens when employees are suspended from work. They cover: the “wage-work bargain” and its significance in defining employment relationships;legal principles governing wage deductions under the Employment Rights Act; andcomplex scenarios where employees are unable to work due to external circumstances, such as suspensions or...

11 months ago

16 minutes

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Policy in practice: reforming private law fetters to housebuilding

In the latest episode of our policy in practice podcasts, David Gauke, Eloise Illingworth, and Tom Weekes, KC at Landmark Chambers discuss fetters to housebuilding from private property law in the form of restrictive covenants as well as easements, such as rights of way and rights of light. They cover: what restrictive covenants and easements are;the impact that restrictive covenants and easements have on property development;how rights of light are acquired and their effect; andhow the law ...

1 year ago

26 minutes

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HR briefing - fire and rehire

In the latest episode of our podcast, Matthew Ramsey delves into a major Supreme Court decision regarding Tesco's dismissal and re-engagement practices, exploring the legal implications of “firing and rehiring” and its impact on employment contracts. He covers: Tesco's 2007 agreement offering “retained pay” as a permanent contractual term;the Supreme Court ruling barring Tesco from dismissing employees to remove this benefit; andlegal implications for employers using dismissal to change contr...

1 year ago

10 minutes

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Policy in practice: post-election 2024 – real estate

In the latest episode of our policy in practice podcasts, ahead of the House of Commons summer recess this week, David Gauke, Tania Barnes and Isabella Dierden-Hunt discuss implications post General Election for the real estate industry, looking at the proposed policies of the new Government. They cover: the new Government's focus on development and infrastructure and opportunities for the industry; planning reform proposals, with a focus on energy; leaseholder an...

1 year ago

30 minutes

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HR briefing - new employer duty to prevent sexual harassment

Matthew Ramsey and Amy Daubeney cover: the new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment;equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) draft guidance on that duty; andconsequences of non-compliance for employers.If you would like more information or want to discuss any of the topics in this podcast, please get in touch with Matthew and Amy. Interested in more podcasts? Why not check out our dedicated podcast page. Listen and subscribe to The Macfarlanes Podcast on ...

1 year ago

12 minutes

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Policy in practice: post-election 2024 - private client

In the latest episode of our policy in practice podcasts, David Gauke and Paul Hardwick discuss implications of the recent General Election for private clients, with a focus on proposed tax policies of the new Government. They cover: the new Government's proposed tax plans, including in particular the planned changes to non-dom taxation;timing considerations; andpossible reactions by clients to the changes. If you would like more information or want to discuss any of the topics in...

1 year ago

21 minutes

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Policy in practice: pre-election 2024 – ESG

In this episode of our pre-election policy in practice podcasts, David Gauke and Rachel Richardson discuss ESG policies outlined in the Labour and Conservative manifestos. They cover: the proposed climate policies;green finance initiatives;Labour's proposed solutions to make the UK more attractive for private capital, including a National Wealth Fund and the Energy Independence Act; and Labour's broader environmental strategy involving an emphasis on sustainable farming practices and na...

1 year ago

19 minutes

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Policy in practice: pre-election 2024 – tax

In the latest episode of our pre-election policy in practice podcasts, David Gauke and Bezhan Salehy discuss tax policy with a focus on business taxes. They cover: Labour's plans to raise revenue through targeted revenue measures;business tax strategy; anda focus on economic stability.If you would like more information or want to discuss any of the topics in this podcast, please get in touch with David and Bezhan. Interested in more podcasts? Why not check out our dedicated podcast page. List...

1 year ago

19 minutes

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Policy in practice: pre-election 2024 – employment

In the second episode of our pre-election policy in practice podcasts, David Gauke, Matthew Ramsey and Kirti Tiwari-Mehta discuss potential changes to employment law amidst the current general election campaign. They cover: potential employment law reform including the Labour Party's New Deal for Working People;Unfair dismissal protections and worker classifications;Ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting: and the right to switch off proposal.If you would like more informa...

1 year ago

19 minutes

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Policy in practice: pre-election 2024 – real estate

In the first of our pre-election policy in practice podcasts, David Gauke, Dan Marriott and Rachael Ashton discuss property policy in light of the party manifestos ahead of the General Election. They cover: the current legislative picture and the importance of leasehold reform and tenant empowerment; the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act and the Renters Reform Bill; andthe proposed approaches to housing and planning, including ground rent proposals.Interested in more p...

1 year ago

19 minutes

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Policy in practice: FCA's naming and shaming proposals

With the announcement of the General Election, in this episode of policy in practice, David Gauke, Alexandra Green and Laura Bridgewater discuss the FCA's proposals to disclose the identity of companies under investigation at an earlier stage. They cover: the FCA's proposals to publicly announce the opening of enforcement investigations and disclose the identities of the companies;the finance sector's reaction to this proposal; and political considerations and the future developments co...

1 year ago

21 minutes

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Policy in practice: English law in 2024

In this episode of policy in practice, David Gauke, Christopher Charlton and Chloe Edworthy discuss the state of English law and its international standing. Together they discuss: the impact of Brexit on legal jurisdiction;the status of judicial recruitment; and the role of technology within the legal system.If you would like more information or want to discuss any of the topics in this podcast, please get in touch with David, Christopher or Chloe. Interested in more podcasts? Why not c...

1 year ago

28 minutes

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Policy in practice: ESG update

In this episode of policy in practice, David Gauke, Rachel Richardson and Gavin Haran consider the current state of ESG policies and sustainable finance. Together they discuss: the UK's progress in green finance since the 2021 COP26 summit;recent ESG developments including the government's nature markets framework and the Transition Finance Market Review;Europe's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS); andwhat the future ...

1 year ago

43 minutes