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In this episode of Pensions in a Pod, UK and Irish pensions specialists David McKeating and Louise McRae join Jeremy Goodwin to explore Ireland's upcoming automatic enrolment scheme, launching in January 2026.

In this episode, Matthew is joined by Gautam Huded, Executive Vice President and General Counsel at Brookfield Properties, to unpack the latest trends in real assets— discussing logistics transformation, shifting capital flows, and the drive for strategic efficiency.

Overage is an important part of many commercial property deals. In this session, Joe Geen will consider some of the key points that come up when negotiating overage agreements including triggers, calculations and legal protection.

In this episode, Ann Fort, Nasser Ali Khasawneh, Caroline Lyannaz, and David Wilkinson discuss copyright risks in AI, AI training on third-party content, litigation trends, jurisdictional challenges, and how global regulation is shaping IP and digital compliance.

In this episode, Matthew Allen is joined by Brendan Reilly, Managing Director and Head of US Corporate Affairs at Barclays, to discuss how rapid US policy shifts, tech-driven innovation, and evolving market regulation are shaping global cooperation and opportunities.

This webinar explores key developments in environmental regulatory compliance requirements affecting businesses operating across international jurisdictions, with a focus on how evolving rules are reshaping sustainability and ESG obligations for businesses.

In our latest podcast, we discuss the future for industrial action and changes to industrial action laws in the UK's Employment Rights Bill

We discuss how we at Eversheds Sutherland are using AI to enhance legal services, streamline operations, and stay ahead of the curve.

The UK Government has announced plans to ban upwards-only rent reviews in new commercial leases under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill.

In this PROPcast, Caroline Andresier will be taking a look at the technicalities of the proposed legislative provisions and considering how the mechanics of the ban would apply to typical lease drafting.

In the first of our new Middle East Employment Education podcast series, Corrine Sobbers and Alice Townley discuss safeguarding. Covering what educational institutions in the Middle East need to do to meet their safeguarding obligations and how those obligations can spill over into other policies and training.

This 30-minute webinar explores the transformative impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), signed into law by President Trump on 4 July 2025. It examines key energy tax provisions introduced by the legislation, including changes to the availability of energy tax credits, planning considerations for renewable energy projects, and the commercial implications for mergers and acquisitions in the energy sector.

In our latest edition of  Pensions in a pod UK, Emma King is joined by Simon Daniel and Jen Green to what the reforms contained in the Pension Schemes Bill are likely to mean for hybrid schemes.

In the first episode of Legislation Matters, hosts Nicolette Sanders and Farhanah Mogra explain how UK legislation is made and why it matters to your business. From the role of civil servants and Ministers to the importance of consultations and policy engagement, this episode provides a practical guide for organisations looking to shape policy and navigate government effectively.

Anna Senter, Principal Associate at Eversheds Sutherland, is joined by Jon Clements, Executive Director at Crest Advisory.

In this episode, they discuss how to navigate public hearings effectively, considering:

•    the shift in how public inquiry hearings are conducted and the benefits of the move to hybrid
•    how closed hearings should be conducted
•    what makes a successful inquiry, including political will to act on the findings, public engagement and media scrutiny

Listen to the first episode of the podcast Legislation Matters from our Government Relations team, where hosts Nicolette Sanders and Farhanah Mogra introduce the series and explore how UK legislation is made and why it matters to business. They explain the roles of MPs and Lords, the journey of a bill through Parliament, and how companies can engage with and influence the legislative process. With practical insights, this episode sets the stage for understanding how to navigate government, respond to consultations, and shape the policies that impact your organisations and businesses

This webinar discusses the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, aimed at enhancing security and preparedness in the UK against terrorist threats. It covers the framework, its application to organizations, and the necessary compliance measures. This session is particularly relevant for those managing public premises and large events.

In this episode, Sierra Nicholson is joined by Eversheds Sutherland partners Brian Murphy and Frankie Tam to discuss the evolution of digital banking and the impact of AI, digital currencies, and emerging technologies on financial services.

Listen to our latest Financial services industry trends podcast: Digitalization Part 1

Partner Matthew Allen is joined by Carl Hollingsworth at Mox Bank to discuss: 
Digitalization trends that led to the creation of Mox Bank and the factors driving its future success, Key regulatory challenges digital banks face and how they balance innovation with security, How the role of digital banks will evolve over the next five years, Advice for financial institutions exploring emerging technologies

Listen to our Government White Paper Special podcast

Listen to our Labor Exchange podcast

Welcome back to "through the inquisitor's lens", the podcast that explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time.

In part 2 of this episode, Angharad Hurle, Legal Director at Eversheds Sutherland, and Clive Smith, President of The Haemophilia Society and a Core Participant in the Infected Blood Inquiry, continue their discussion into what it means to be a core participant in a public inquiry.

In part 2 they cover: Legal fees for core participants funded by the inquiry, The impact of report publication, The implementation of inquiry recommendations.

The inquiry was reconvened in May to address the government's response to compensation. Angharad and Clive provide an update on this development in the second half of the episode, following the most recent hearings.

We discuss AI execution, the barriers from strategy to implementation, how AI literacy and upskilling can support transformation, and how to sustain AI over time.

The main body of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 came into force in December 2022 and overhauled the legal relationship between residential landlords and tenants in Wales.
In this PROPcast, our Principal Associate Steven Thom and guest speaker Emyr Jones, Barrister at Francis Taylor Buildings, discuss the legal framework, how key principles might be addressed in legal documents and potential challenges that remain.

Our Energy Transition Series continues to bring you leading global content to support your energy transition journey. You'll hear from energy industry experts exploring global key energy trends and the latest analysis and insights to help you deliver a lower carbon future.

During this short, 30 minute webinar, our panel takes a deep dive into various contracted revenue models for battery energy storage systems (BESS) including revenue floor, tolling and other financial or insurance products.

Welcome back to Through the Inquisitor's Lens, the podcast that explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time.

Angharad Hurle, Legal Director at Eversheds Sutherland, sits down with Clive Smith, President of The Haemophilia Society and a Core Participant in the Infected Blood Inquiry to answer the question "To CP or not to CP?".
Given the breadth of topics they cover, this conversation has been split into two parts. In Part 1, they discuss: The campaign that led to the public inquiry, Clive's decision to apply for core participant status, The challenge of gathering vast amounts of evidence within a tight timeframe
Listen to the podcast on our player below or as a podcast on our Legal Insights channels on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Stay tuned for Part 2, launching at the end of the month.

Welcome back to Through the inquisitor's lens, the podcast that explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time.

In the final part of this two-part episode, we explore the government's response, issued in February this year, to the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee report, which examined how to increase public trust and confidence in public inquiries.

Catherine Henney is joined by Sarah Jones and Isabelle Mitchell, partners in Eversheds Sutherland's Public Inquiries team, as they continue their discussion from part 1 by focusing on how to minimise delays and reduce costs in public inquiries.

In this podcast, UK Pensions Partner Vanessa Wells explores key trends in workplace and private pension provision across Europe. She's joined by fellow pensions experts François Barker (UK), Eric Bergamin (Netherlands), and Jan-Jacob Roeder (Germany), who share insights from their respective jurisdictions.

Topics discussed include: The shift from defined benefit (DB) to defined contribution (DC) schemes and how this transition is unfolding in their countries and The challenges of DC decumulation and the innovative strategies being used to address them

Tune in to hear from leading voices in the field and stay informed about the evolving European pensions landscape.

Listen to the latest episode of our UK Conversations in Credit podcast, where our Senior Associate, Alexandra Byard, discusses the UK HM Treasury's response to the BNPL Consultation and its implications for consumers and businesses.

Listen to the latest episode of our UK Conversations in Credit podcast, where our Senior Associate, Alexandra Byard, discusses the UK's HM Treasury Consumer Credit Act 1974 (CCA) Reform Phase 1 consultation and its implications for consumers and businesses.

In this PROPcast, Heather Tomlinson discusses some of the potential pitfalls (and solutions) for commercial operators in mixed use spaces when taking space, fitting out or making alterations. 

Speaker: Heather Tomlinson

Welcome back to Through the inquisitor's lens, our new podcast series which explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time.

In this two-part episode, we explore the Government's response in February this year to the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee report, which looked at how to increase public trust and confidence in public inquiries.

Catherine Henney, Legal Director, is joined by Sarah Jones and Isabelle Mitchell, both Partners in the Eversheds Sutherland Public Inquiries team. Together, they examine the three key areas addressed by the Committee - the implementation of inquiry recommendations, the persistent challenges of delay and cost, and potential approaches for improving best practice.

Part two of the discussion will follow in the next episode of Through the Inquisitor's Lens.

Listen to the latest episode of our UK Conversations in Credit podcast, where Joanne Owens and Alexandra Byard discuss the Financial Conduct Authority's latest discussion paper regulating Crypto Asset activities, with a particular focus on retail lending and retail borrowing.

InFocus provides an update from our leading real estate dispute resolution team on the property issues that matter. We hope you enjoy listening and welcome any feedback that you may have.

Speakers: Anna Bevan Jones, Carly Fishwick

We discuss what AI agents are and how they differ from traditional AI applications, the legal and regulatory challenges associated with the deployment, how AI agents might impact the workforce and the next big trends in their development.

Our Energy Transition Series continues to bring you leading global content to support your energy transition journey. You'll hear from energy industry experts exploring global key energy trends and the latest analysis and insights to help you deliver a lower carbon future.

This webinar explores the critical aspects of grid reform and its role in the energy transition. The panel discussed several key topics, including the increasing need for transmission in the US, UK, and EU. They also examined the comparative regulatory frameworks in these regions and their impact on transmission investment, as well as challenges associated with grid development in the US, UK, and EU.

Welcome back to Through the inquisitor's lens, the podcast that explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time. 

In this episode, we explore whether Coroners' Prevention of Future Death (PFD) Reports are truly fit for purpose. Catherine Henney, Legal Director at Eversheds Sutherland, and David Pojur, Barrister at Lincoln House Chambers and Assistant Coroner for North Wales, discuss the statutory role of PFD reports, the training and guidance provided to coroners on when to issue them, and the frequently raised concern that PFDs lack real enforcement power, with no sanctions for those who fail to respond. 

They also consider whether the approach of the new Chief Coroner signals a shift in emphasis, and whether we are likely to see greater scrutiny of PFD reports and of those who fail to engage with them.

The 'sold with information' regime is a key mechanism for parties looking to allocate liability for historic contamination to land. In this PROPcast, partners Claire Gregory and Catherine Manning discuss the origins of the arrangement, the tests that have to be satisfied, its use in drafting and potential pitfalls.

We are pleased to share with you our latest episode of Pensions in a Pod, where industry specialists Tim Smith, Emma King, and Gemma Hanley explore the pressing issue of non-compliance with section 37, following the landmark Virgin Media judgments. As this issue evolves, our specialists help you stay ahead of the curve.

In part 2, Sierra Nicholson is joined by Eversheds Sutherland partners Ginger Faulk (US) and James Lindop (UK) to reflect on part 1 and discuss navigating the complexities of international regulatory differences, managing economic tensions among major global trading regions and identifying opportunities for financial services firms to enhance transaction facilitation and build trust between 'neutral market' partners.

In this series, Matthew Allen speaks with leaders and luminaries from the financial services industry exploring trends and opportunities in global financial markets in 2025. In this episode, Matthew is joined by Nicola Watkinson, Head of International at TheCityUK to explore trends in international trade and their impact on financial services. Listen to hear them discuss underlying themes in current trade policy, different regulatory approaches across global markets and increasing regional alliance, the role of financial services in global trade and how international regulatory cooperation impacts their operations and forecasts on the evolution of trade policy and the opportunities that presents

In our latest podcast, Clare Ward and Leonie Mcquaide explore the impact of the Morais decision in relation to withdrawing staff benefits during industrial action and the scope of Blacklisting Regulations.

The European Commission has introduced "Omnibus I", a set of proposed changes aimed at simplifying the CSRD, CSDDD, Taxonomy, and CBAM regulations under the Green Deal. These updates are designed to reduce the compliance burden for businesses operating within and outside the EU.

During this podcast, our team covers several key topics, including:
•    An analysis of the proposed changes
•    A discussion on the strategic implications for businesses and investors
•    Strategies for affected businesses to ensure compliance amidst uncertain and evolving legal requirements

& more!

Listen to the latest episode of our UK Conversations in Credit podcast, where Joanne Owens and Alexandra Byard discuss the UK Financial Conduct Authority's findings on vulnerable customers and key themes from their recent publications, highlighting their impact on the retail finance market. 

Listen to the latest episode of our UK Conversations in Credit podcast, where we discuss topical issues and news related to consumer credit and mortgages, including the ongoing House of Lords Financial Services Committee hearing and its debates on balancing growth and innovation to ensure financial stability with regulations to protect consumers, and whether these can coexist.

With the present focus on infrastructure, DCOs are intended to streamline and expedite the planning process for specific types of projects. Planning Partner, Laura-Beth Hutton discusses when a DCO will be relevant and how to get the best out of the DCO procedure.

In this episode, we explore the distinctions in the role of counsel in inquests and inquiries.

Angharad Hurle, Legal Director at Eversheds Sutherland, and Sophie Cartwright KC, Barrister at Deans Court Chambers, examine the role and responsibilities of counsel in both inquisitorial processes. They delve into whether there are fundamental differences between the roles and consider the implications of transitioning an inquest into an inquiry.

Building on the release of our Global Freezing Orders Guide last year, this series of videocasts and podcasts features our colleagues from around the world discussing key issues and trends related to freezing orders in their respective jurisdictions.

 In the seventh episode of the series, we are joined by Mark Cooper, Matthew Howse, and Alastair Frood. Together, they provide valuable insights into the key aspects of freezing orders in England and Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland.

Sierra Nicholson is joined by Rhys McWhirter and Rachel Reid to reflect on part 1 and provide additional insights into expectations for growth in the digital assets market, balanced regulation and rulemaking, consumer expectations driving investor appetite for emerging tech.

With under one week to go to our annual UK Pensions Conference, Simon Daniel sits down with Tessa Page, Partner and UK Wealth Strategy Leader at Mercer. 

Join them as they discuss the government's stance that pension schemes should do more to invest in UK economic growth, and other topical questions.