Episodes
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This special collaboration between the HSF Sydney and London offices explores the experiences of those who have been dealing for the last 13 years with the failure to prevent bribery offence under section 7 of the UK Bribery Act 2010. Join Kate Meakin (Partner, HSF London), Christine Wong (Partner, HSF Sydney) and Dan Hyde (Senior Associate, Sydney) who offer helpful, timely and thoughtful guidance for those preparing for the 8 September commencement of the similar new Australian corporate offence of failing to prevent bribery of a foreign public official.
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A special episode on the new UK Listing Rules published by the FCA.
Speakers: Mike Flockhart, Managing Partner, Corporate, Sarah Hawes, Head of Corporate Knowledge and Michael Jacobs, Partner -
In this edition of our Public Law Podcast series, Jasveer Randhawa is joined by Jamie Susskind of 11 KBW, a leading authority in the law and regulation of digital technology. We delve into the regulation of AI, exploring the balance between safety and commercial practicality, and the role of the state and public bodies in our society. We also shed light on the use of AI in the public sector, discussing the challenges of transparency and accountability for those subject to AI, be they individuals or businesses.
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Speakers: Jasveer Randhawa (Professional Support Consultant), Jamie Susskind (Barrister, 11KBW) -
In this episode we talk with the Dr Marcus Thompson. Marcus was a Major General in the Australian Army, and the inaugural head of information warfare with the ADF. Since retiring from the armed forces, Marcus has been incredibly active in the cyber space.
He’s probably one of the more well known public commentators, he advises numerous companies in cyber strategy and sits on a number of boards, including a number of cyber security companies.
Marcus comments on his role with the ADF and the transferability of his cyber skills to the corporate world. He also offers some excellent insights on board engagement and building cyber resilience, including the need to undertake simulations. Importantly, Marcus talks about the role that veterans can play when they re-enter in the workforce and the role we all play in facilitating that. While his comments resonate well beyond cyber, notably, a number of ADF veterans are now leading some of our most successful cyber companies.
It was great to speak with Marcus. I’m sure you’ll enjoy this podcast, Episode Seven of our podcast services. Cross examining Dr Marcus Thompson. Here we go… -
In this edition of our banking litigation podcast, we consider some recent cases that will be most relevant to in-house lawyers at banks and financial institutions. This episode is hosted by John Corrie, a partner in our banking litigation team, who is joined by Ceri Morgan and special guest Charlotte Benton.
You can find links to our blogs on the cases covered in this podcast below:
• Court of Appeal finds payment obligations under letters of credit suspended by UK Russian sanctions regime. https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/notes/bankinglitigation/2024-posts/Court-of-Appeal-finds-payment-obligations-under-letters-of-credit-suspended-by-UK-Russian-sanctions-regime-
• Supreme Court upholds anti-suit injunction against Russian court. https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/notes/bankinglitigation/2024-04/supreme-court-upholds-anti-suit-injunction-against-russian-court
• Supreme Court finds no obligation on party seeking to rely on force majeure clause to accept counterparty’s offer of non-contractual performance. https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/notes/bankinglitigation/2024-05/supreme-court-finds-no-obligation-on-party-seeking-to-rely-on-force-majeure-clause-to-accept-counterpartys-offer-of-non-contractual-performance
• High Court strikes out APP fraud claims against receiving payment service provider. https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/notes/bankinglitigation/2024-posts/High-Court-strikes-out-APP-fraud-claims-against-receiving-payment-service-provider-
• Latest APP fraud claim against receiving PSP: High Court refuses to strike out claim for unjust enrichment. https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/notes/bankinglitigation/2024-posts/Latest-APP-fraud-claim-against-receiving-PSP--High-Court-refuses-to-strike-out-claim-for-unjust-enrichment
• High Court refuses summary judgment where bank account frozen without notice. https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/notes/bankinglitigation/2024-posts/high-court-refuses-summary-judgment-where-ucta-reasonableness-in-issue
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Isabella Kelly is joined by Gareth Sykes, Heike Schmitz and Carolyn Pugsley for a tour of some of the key ESG reporting requirements internationally and the work that is being done to understand how they map against each other. They discuss challenges around the regimes’ differences in materiality thresholds, subject matter coverage and approaches to protection from liability. They share insights on the practical realities for companies who are grappling with how to comply with multiple regimes, including whether the same disclosures – or at least the same data – can be used, and what can be done to understand where uplift is required.
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It's been a busy year so far at the Takeovers Panel. Tony Damien and Andrew Rich look at some of the major developments.
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A summary of the most material developments expected in the next 6-12 months which will be of relevance to UK listed companies.
Speakers: Julie Farley, Professional Support Lawyer, Sarah Hawes, Head of Corporate Knowledge, Isobel Hoyle, Professional Support Lawyer and Erica MacDonald, Professional Support Lawyer -
In this special edition of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts, we discuss the Hague Judgments Convention 2019, which the UK has now ratified, and consider its implications for the UK as a jurisdiction of choice for international dispute resolution. This episode is hosted by Maura McIntosh, a professional support consultant in our litigation team, who is joined by Andrew Cannon, who is Global Co-Head of our International Arbitration and Public International Law practices, and by Ajay Malhotra, who is a partner in our disputes team specialising in financial services litigation.
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Tim Stutt and Mel Debenham are back behind the wheel to discuss HSF's second report in its ‘Unlocking ESG Investment in Australia’ series. They explore the findings of our second major survey on the barriers to deploying investment in ESG-aligned activities, and the progress in operationalising ESG considerations across business activities. The report surveyed 161 senior executives from large Australian companies and found that ESG remains a clear focus in investment decisions, although there remain challenges in deploying capital such as lack of financial return, proven technologies and access to capital. Tim and Mel explore the ‘S’ issues that are rising in prominence for Australian businesses, and discuss some of the regulatory and market changes that have occurred since HSF's first Unlocking ESG Investment in Australia Report in 2022.
For more, read the report: Stuck in the Middle? Unlocking ESG Investment in Australia 2024: https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/insights/reports/esg-in-australia-2024-report?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=apple&utm_campaign=landing -
Hear from our global M&A experts Andrew Rich, Nanda Lau, Alex Kay and Frédéric Bouvet as they dive into the world of M&A in the consumer sector and discuss market characteristics, winners and losers and key deals across the Asia Pacific, UK and European markets in this exciting and ever-evolving space.
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Interim Injunctions in judicial review: key points to take away from British Standards Institution v RRR Manufacturing
In the latest edition of our Public Law Podcast series, James Wood and Antonia Smith are joined by Tim Johnston of Brick Court Chambers, to discuss interim injunctions in the context of judicial review proceedings, including in the light of the recent Court of Appeal decision in British Standards Institution v RRR Manufacturing Pty Ltd, R (on the application of) [2024] EWCA Civ 530.
The podcast includes a refresher from Antonia on interim injunctions in judicial review – what they are, why they are sought and the legal tests that the court applies. Having successfully represented the British Standards Institution in the appeal, Tim explains the background to the decision and discusses with James its implications, as well as practical points to take away. The podcast will be of particular interest to businesses that deal with public bodies, whether that be Government or regulators.
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Speakers: James Wood (Partner), Antonia Smith (Senior Associate), Tim Johnston (Barrister, Brick Court Chambers). -
Joint Herbert Smith Freehills On the Horizon/Policy Matters podcast on the corporate governance related proposals in the manifestos published for the 2024 General Election
Speakers: Paul Butcher, Director of Public Policy and Gareth Sykes, Partner -
Joint Herbert Smith Freehills On the Horizon/Policy Matters podcast on the corporate governance related proposals in the manifestos published for the 2024 General Election
Speakers: Paul Butcher, Director of Public Policy and Gareth Sykes, Partner -
In the latest episode of our public M&A podcast series we discuss Panel Bulletin 7 on bidders' intention statements on an offer. We look at:• what intention statements are required by the Takeover Code and why;• what the Takeover Panel says in Panel Bulletin 7, in particular as regards what the Panel will not accept in relation to intention statements; and• what the lessons are for market practitioners and parties to a bid.
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In the first episode of our new podcast series looking at trends and issues for pensions law for employers and trustees, The Pensions Exchange, Partner Michael Aherne and Professional Support Lawyer Richard Evans look at the pensions commitments in the party manifestos in the lead up to the General Election 2024.
The Pensions Exchange is moderated by Annabelle Stoney, paralegal in the London Pensions team at Herbert Smith Freehills. - Show more
