Charles Russell Speechlys Podcast Channel

In the second part of our mini-series on filming agreements, Commercial Real Estate Partners, Naomi Nettleton and Richard Davies are joined by Robert Parker, Technical Advisor at Historic Houses and Simon Foster, Director of Tourism, Leisure and Events at Savills.

This episode focuses on top tips on what to avoid in the contract and during production. They discuss what owners should be aware in preparation for the filming crew’s arrival and they take a closer look on IP rights of the content filmed. The team shares post agreement tips on how to deal with issues arising while filming and look at what happens once the filming has concluded. 

Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Partner, Graeme Kleiner, are joined by one of the best strikers of all time and greatest players in Premier League history, Alan Shearer CBE. In this first episode of our second series of Client Conversation Podcasts, Alan Shearer discusses the world of football and his subsequent media career, as well as the motivation and huge successes involved with his charitable work and the Alan Shearer Centre.

Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Daniel Black of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2024 – including areas of the Building Safety Act 2022 which need further clarifying, rights of way involving electric gates and whether the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 needs amendment.  We also debate some areas of law which are in need of change.

The cases and legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are:

• Building Safety Act 2022
• Adriatic Land 5 Limited v. Long Leaseholders at Hippersley Point [2023] UKUT 271
• Bradley & Anor v. Heslin & Anor [2014] EWHC 3267
• Bradley & Anor v. Heslin & Anor [2015] EWHC 3950 (costs)
• Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• S Franses Limited v. Cavendish Hotel (London) Limited [2018] UKSC 62
• Clipper Logistics Plc v. Scottish Equitable lc (Unreported, County Court at Shefffield, 7 March 2022)

The book referenced during this podcast is “Show Me the Bodies” by Peter Apps – details can be found here.

Our Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, joins the Focal Point podcast. Simon takes us on a journey through his career, sharing his experiences and insights along the way. From handling a variety of legal matters including insolvency law early in his career to becoming Managing Partner, Simon has a wealth of knowledge to share.

Simon holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Kent.

Recorded in November 2023 and shared with the permission of LSE Focal Point.

In this episode, Naomi Nettleton Commercial Real Estate Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys is joined by Robert Parker Technical Advisor at Historic Houses and Simon Foster, Director of Tourism, Leisure and Events at Savills.

This episode of the two-part mini-series focuses on how a historic house owner can get involved in filming, and we discuss the key terms of filming agreements. Our speakers take a closer look at what happens when the filming team is on-site and share practical tips on how to agree on commercial terms.

Stay tuned for part 2, where Naomi, Robert and Simon will also be joined by Richard Davies, Commercial Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys who will share his insights on IP rights.

Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, and Senior Partner, Bart Peerless, are joined by renowned theatrical producer, theatre owner, and philanthropist. Sir Cameron Mackintosh. In this fourth episode, Sir Cameron discusses his lessons and successes from his forty years in the world of musical theatre as well as his life as a philanthropist.  

Samuel Lear, Vibuhti Parmar and Helena Taynton discussed the contents of this Bill together last month – before the Government indicated that it might be pressing “pause” on its progress. However, the King’s Speech has reiterated the Government’s commitment to this Bill and this podcast covers the key highlights for those who want to get prepared for the sweeping changes planned…

For further updates on the plans for residential property following the King’s Speech, see:

• The King's Speech - Renters Reform
• King’s Speech: Developments on Leasehold and Commonhold Reform remain high on the Government’s agenda

It is over 6 years since the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Key reforms have been introduced since then, including through the Building Safety Act. But what are the latest impacts of the new rules and what happens if registration deadlines are missed?  

Richard Flenley and Michael O’Connor discuss these points with Emma Humphreys and outline the key issues on the horizon for building owners and developers.

Our Real Estate Disputes Team take a look at the 5 most common problems when it comes to dealing with notices related to property – with principles which can apply to break notices, notices to reinstate leased premises and 1954 Act Notices amongst others.

Following the recent opening of our Singapore office, Emma Humphreys chats to our Head of Asia, Simon Green, about the property market there and in Hong Kong.  What does the future hold for these cities and how does the UK property market look to investors from those areas?