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Extra Time - CAS: The Supreme Court of Sport

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 McDonagh, an Associate in Commercial Dispute Resolution, sat down with Benoit Pasquier, a CAS appointed arbitrator since 2019, and Serge Vittoz, a specialist in disputes who has made representations before numerous sporting bodies and tribunals. We trace the establishment of the organisation from its founding, to how it derives its unique international jurisdictional authority and what this means for disputes that are arbitrated by CAS. 

CAS is often referred to as the Supreme Court of Sport, in part because of it’s image as a court of final appeal regarding disputes emanating from sports. We also discuss the nature of the disputes and explore how CAS is gradually moving towards more transparency in its decision making, particularly in regards to matters that concern the public interest. 

Retail Collection – Episode 5: itsu [grocery]: driving growth through innovation

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 amongst itsu’s senior leadership. The discussion looks at how the company manages global economic risk, the importance of an agile supply chain team, keeping up with trends, and the importance of developing a successful branding strategy to drive success in the retail sector.

Property Patter: Agricultural tenancies - part 2

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 circumstances in which a Case B Notice to Quit can be served under the 1986 Act;
• Options for landowners when not all of the land subject under a 1986 Act tenancy is to be developed;
• How the approach differs under the 1995 Act; and
• Notices to Quit under the 1995 Act. 

Property Patter: Agricultural tenancies - part 1

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 the 1986 Act when the tenant is in breach of the tenancy;
• Other options for landowners to regain possession in the event of tenant breach including service of a Section 25 Notice, forfeiture and surrender;
• Options for tenants in response; and
• Key features of farm business tenancies under the Agricultural Tenancies Act 1995.

Extra Time: Legal and commercial insights into sponsorship agreements

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. Anna Sowerby, Associate in our commercial team, sat down with Sally Moore, Global Sponsorship lead at Sage, and Robert Powell, Senior Legal Counsel at the International Tennis Federation to share their industry insights. 

The discussion looks at a range of topics relating to sponsorship contracts such as identifying the right sponsorship opportunity and some of the key considerations as a potential sponsor, the importance of strategy and communication with stakeholders, negotiation, and learning how to remain flexible – particularly when entering into a multi-year sponsorship deal with a partnering organisation. 

Retail Collection - Episode 4: Caffè Nero - lessons from a life in retail management

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. They also take a look at the challenges ahead in a constantly evolving retail sector.

Property Patter: Applications to discharge or modify restrictions

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 following issues in this complex area:

• The various grounds on which an application can be made;
• Who can bring an application;
• What needs to be shown under the most commonly seen ground of “reasonable user”, including valuation considerations;
• The Tribunal’s overarching discretion in these cases;
• Evidence required; and
• The position as to costs.

Property Patter: “It’s the economy, stupid”

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 performing? 

Retail Collection - Episode 3: BDO - driving value in an evolving market

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 through brands and the need for retailers to adapt to an evolving market. They also take a closer look at how the M&A market is changing in the retail sector.  

Property Patter: Building BioHubs podcast miniseries: Carter Jonas

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 biotechnology and pharmaceutical research, advancements in medical technology, and the global response to health challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic. 

In this episode Real Estate Associate Lynsey Inglis is joined by Matt Lee, Partner and Head of Science and Technology at Carter Jonas. Matt and Lynsey take a look ahead at 2025 and specifically consider the leasing trends we are likely to see and the consider the approach to heads of terms agreed between landlords and tenants.