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Global Workforce PodcastThe changing face of UAE employment laws with Emily Aryeetey of Stephenson Harwood LLPNavigating the complexities and fluctuations of employment law in the UAE can be daunting for businesses entering the region. In this episode, Emily Aryeetey, Partner at Stephenson Harwood LLP, introduces the unique legal frameworks and cultural dynamics shaping the UAE's employment landscape. She explains how the UAE is divided into different zones, each with its own labour laws, courts and policies. She also talks about some of the most recent shifts in labour policies. Emily provides practical advice for both employers and employees looking to work in this region.Key Takeaways:2025-01-2247 min
Stephenson Harwood AI podcast seriesAI and the environment - how effective is the EU AI Act likely to beBobbie Bickerton and Mark Lewis, of Stephenson Harwood's commercial, technology and data team, discuss the impact of AI, in particular AI compute and data centres, on the environment and sustainability. They consider what the AI Act says about the environment and sustainability, and how effective it is likely to be in addressing these issues. They briefly raise the wider ongoing pressures of AI development on the environment at geopolitical, strategic, operational, energy resources, ethical investment, and procurement levels, and ask if AI can ultimately be used a tool for good in this context.2025-01-2121 minStephenson Harwood AI podcast seriesEnforcement under the EU AI ActIn this episode of the Stephenson Harwood AI Series, we provide an overview of the enforcement regime under the EU AI Act, covering the roles and powers of the regulators, and the fines. We discuss the centralised and decentralised approach to enforcement taken by the EU Commission and issues around consistency. For further insights, see our article:The EU AI Act: enforcement overview.2024-12-1814 min
Stephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: The Employment Rights Bill – key takeaways for employersIn our latest employment law podcast, managing associate Natalie Edwards and associates Dermot Neligan and Eirini Haidemenos discuss the Government's new Employment Rights Bill published on 10 October 2024, which has been described as a 'once in a generation' overhaul of employee rights. The Stephenson Harwood team discuss what employers need to be aware of, including changes to protections against unfair dismissal, entitlement to statutory sick pay, and rights for new parents.The Government's proposals require further consultation and therefore have different enforcement dates, ranging from 26 October 2024 to as late as Autumn 2026. We recommend that clients listen to the...2024-10-1814 minStephenson Harwood AI podcast seriesWhat is AI literacyIn this episode of the Stephenson Harwood AI Series, we delve into the concept of AI literacy under the EU AI Act and its growing importance in today's digital world. We discuss what AI literacy means, what the requirement means under the AI Act, and how organisations should approach the requirement. Whether you're new to AI or looking to enhance your knowledge, this episode provides valuable insights into how AI literacy can help organisations navigate the challenges and opportunities posed by the rapidly evolving tech landscape.2024-10-1707 minStephenson Harwood AI podcast seriesProhibited AI – examplesIn this episode of the Stephenson Harwood AI Series, we explore the dark side of artificial intelligence—AI systems that are banned under the EU AI Act for posing an "unacceptable risk." These systems exploit human vulnerabilities, manipulate behaviour, or exhibit “creepy” characteristics, such as intrusive biometric surveillance or social scoring. We'll also examine the reasoning behind these bans, what this means for developers, and the potential legal and ethical implications for businesses operating in the EU.2024-10-1718 minStephenson Harwood AI podcast seriesEU AI Act overview – who, what, whenIn this episode of the Stephenson Harwood AI Series, we provide a comprehensive overview of the EU AI Act. Join us as we break down the key components of this ground-breaking regulation. We'll explore: Who: The stakeholders affected by the Act, including from deployers to providers. What: The core provisions and requirements of the Act, detailing what it aims to achieve and the obligations it imposes. When: The timeline for implementation and key milestones you need to be aware of.2024-09-2623 min
Guernsey Finance PodcastInternational Pensions Evolution & Considerations when choosing a domicile with Stephenson HarwoodIn this episode, we are joined by James Quarmby and Emily Osborne of Stephenson Harwood. The pair discuss developments in the world of corporate pensions, Guernsey's offerings as a domicile, and the upcoming joint Guernsey Finance and Stephenson Harwood pensions seminar in London this September.Check more out about the Seminar hereFollow James on LinkedInFollow Emily on LinkedInFollow Stephenson Harwood on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on InstagramFollow Guernsey Finance on Threads: @guernseyfinance2024-07-2327 min
Well SpokenPlanes, punctures and helidecks Launching our new book, Offshore Floating Production, aboard the FPSO VoyageurListen as the Stephenson Harwood offshore energy team travel from Inverness to the wilds of Loch Kishorn to launch their new book, Offshore Floating Production: Legal and Commercial Risk Management aboard the FPSO Voyageur, and get a full tour from their friends at Altera Infrastructure2023-04-1210 minWell SpokenEverything you need to know about IP, but were afraid to askIn the latest episode of Well Spoken, Stephenson Harwood's podcast series for the offshore energy industry, London-based partner Max Lemanski and associate Josh Cunnington discuss rights and disputes in relation to IP in the offshore energy and floating production market.They look at a number of areas, including securing IP rights in offshore tech (such as FPSOs and FSRUs), infringement of rights, ownership disputes and the perils of co-ownership, and how IP rights are dealt with globally.2021-11-0322 minWell SpokenIn what way is floating production (FPSO/FLNG) a distinct legal topicIn the latest episode of Well Spoken, Stephenson Harwood's podcast series for the oil and gas industry, London-based partner Stuart Beadnall and Singapore-based partner John Simpson discuss floating production. They discuss a number of areas including, what floating production is, if it has its own area of law, areas of distinct consideration and finally explaining how familiar shipping law concepts apply to oil and gas floating production projects, before a shameless plug for their new book on floating production. 2021-11-0113 minWell SpokenMAC clausesIn the latest episode of Well Spoken, Stephenson Harwood's podcast series for the oil and gas industry, London-based partners Peter Bennett and Stuart Beadnall discuss MAC clauses. They look at a number of areas, including what they are, how they operate, why they are becoming so prominent and the risks surrounding termination rights. 2021-04-1327 min
Stephenson Harwood Greater China podcastImmigrating to Canada – Labour law in CanadaIn the second podcast of the series, Jezamine Fewins of Stephenson Harwood’s Hong Kong office speaks with Danny J. Kaufer, and Vanessa Lapointe, both of Canadian national law firm Borden Ladner Gervais LLP’s Labour & Employment team in the Montreal, Quebec office. They discuss the salient features of the labour law in Canada covering topics such as hiring and termination of employees, post termination restrictive covenants, annual leave policies, healthcare and insurance. Vanessa also offers practical guidance for business owners who are considering a move to Canada. 2021-01-0732 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastImmigrating to Canada – What business owners need to knowIn the fifth podcast of the Greater China series on immigration, we are looking at Canada as a potential destination. Jezamine Fewins and Kevin Lee of Stephenson Harwood’s Hong Kong office discusses with Kenneth K.C. Ing, of Kenneth Ing Law Corporation the areas which business owners should focus on when setting up a business in Canada, the tax regime, and how business owners can ensure they can obtain residency rights for themselves and their family members.2020-12-0937 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastImmigrating to the UK – UK employment issues for Hong Kong businessesFollowing on from our podcast with Kimia Sepahzad on 27 October 2020, this fourth podcast of the series, focuses on UK employment issues for Hong Kong business owners. Jezamine Fewins of Stephenson Harwood’s Hong Kong office, discusses with Serena Foulkes of Stephenson Harwood’s London employment team, the areas of employment law that business owners should consider when starting a business in the UK. 2020-11-1220 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastImmigrating to the UK – Options for Hong Kong business ownersThe third podcast of the series focuses on the UK as a potential destination for Hong Kong business owners. Jezamine Fewins of Stephenson Harwood’s Hong Kong office, discusses with Kimia Sepahzad, immigration consultant from Stephenson Harwood’s London office, the current options available under the UK immigration rules and the new routes for British National (Overseas) Citizens which will be available in 2021 and the new points based system which will be implemented. 2020-10-2718 minWell SpokenWhy is LNG trading different from other products?In the latest episode of Well Spoken, Stephenson Harwood’s podcast series for the oil and gas industry, London-based partners Peter Bennett and Stuart Beadnall discuss current developments and important legal issues in the LNG shipping and trading market. A number of topics were covered including an overview highlighting distinctions in the LNG chartering market, and key trading issues such as the right to reject an LNG cargo; non-oral modification clauses; reasonable nature of consent; and the absence of bills of lading as documents of title. 2020-10-0818 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastImmigrating to Singapore – Labour law in SingaporeIn the second podcast of the series, Jezamine Fewins of Stephenson Harwood’s Hong Kong office speaks with Jason Yang from the Singapore office. They discuss the salient features of the labour law in Singapore covering topics such as the hiring and firing of employees, social security contributions and post termination restrictive covenants. Jason also offers practical guidance for business owners who are considering a move to Singapore. Singapore law advice was provided by Virtus Law LLP (a member of the Stephenson Harwood (Singapore) Alliance).2020-10-0628 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastImmigrating to Singapore – What business owners need to knowIn the first podcast of the series, Jezamine Fewins of Stephenson Harwood’s Hong Kong office speaks with Elaine Beh and Yi Lee from the Singapore office regarding considerations for investing in Singapore. Included in this general overview are the considerations in setting up a business in Singapore, the tax regime, and how business owners can ensure that they can obtain residency rights for themselves and their family members. Singapore law advice was provided by Virtus Law LLP (a member of the Stephenson Harwood (Singapore) Alliance).2020-09-1625 min
Stephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - August 2020In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2020-09-0407 min
CAPITAL talk – private wealth in a podcastBritish Overseas Territories adopt public ownership registers – is this the end of privacy as we know it?James Quarmby is joined by Bernadette Carey and Keith Robinson (both of Carey Olsen) to discuss the decision of nine British overseas territories to introduce public registers of beneficial ownership of companies and how this will affect rights to privacy. We also discover some novel ways to cope during lockdown.2020-08-0616 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastLegal Listeners: mediation and remote mediationIn this podcast Richard Wilmot, a partner in our Hong Kong office, and Cindy Ko, a registered foreign lawyer (Singapore), will discuss the mediation of commercial disputes. Specifically they will cover the use of mediation, and remote mediation, to try to settle a dispute arising from a trade by one of their clients, Foxy Investments Limited. Their discussion has been prepared for the purpose of information only and, while it does reflect the present state of the law in July 2020, it does not constitute any specific legal advice. 2020-07-1408 minWell SpokenThe Drill Down – looking for new offshore energy projects post COVID-19In this month’s episode of Well Spoken, Stephenson Harwood’s podcast series for the oil and gas industry, London-based partners Max Lemanski and Stuart Beadnall and Singapore-based partners John Simpson and Martin Brown discuss the oil and gas industry from both a European and Asian perspective. They explore a number of areas, including projects being run in consortia, JVs and other considerations such as IP, plus negotiations for new projects and how the London and Singapore offices at Stephenson Harwood work together to service oil and gas clients worldwide.2020-07-0320 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - June 2020In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2020-06-3015 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment and data protection law podcast: Return to work- GDPR and data protection concerns and queriesAs employers plan and implement return to work strategies, the issue of health testing and screening is at the forefront of the conversation. In this edition, associate Natalie Edwards in our employment team and associate Katie Hewson in our data protection team consider the burning question of many employers - whether they can require employees to undergo any form of medical tests or checks for Covid-19 before returning to work or whilst at work. In particular, they discuss the interaction of employment law and data protection rights in this area.2020-06-2311 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - May 2020In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2020-05-2714 minCAPITAL talk – private wealth in a podcastOffshore lockdown! – what does the pandemic mean for the UK’s overseas territoriesIn this edition James, in conversation with Geoff Cook, former CEO of Jersey Finance, explores how the double-whammy of the pandemic and Brexit will affect the UK’s relationship with its overseas territories. Is it all doom and gloom, or is there a realistic opportunity of a ‘new dawn’?2020-05-2716 minWell SpokenTermination rights and wrongsIn this month’s episode of Well Spoken, Stephenson Harwood’s podcast series for the oil and gas industry, London-based partners Marc Hammerson, Stuart Beadnall and Max Lemanski discuss termination rights for non-performance in oil and gas contracts.2020-05-2617 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastLegal Listeners: terms implied into commercial contractsIn this podcast Richard Wilmot , partner in our Hong Kong office, and Cindy Ko a registered foreign lawyer will discuss a case related to implied terms in commercial contracts of an imaginary client called Mr. Law who is the proprietor of Foxy Investments Limited, a Hong Kong trading company. Their discussion, prepared for the purpose of information only, will consider implied terms and the practical impact of the recent English Supreme Court decision in Marks and Spencer v BNP Paribas Securities. While that discussion does reflect the present state of the law in May 2020, it does not constitute any...2020-05-2609 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Managing mental health in the workplace during the coronavirus pandemicIn this podcast, partner Anne Pritam and associate Adam Cooke discuss the mental health implications for employees in light of the coronavirus pandemic. In the employment context, stress and anxiety are likely to have risen; with employees now working from home or perhaps furloughed and many experiencing deep and unsettling concern about their future employment. Following on from the Government’s guidance released last week, it has become evident that many of the lockdown/social distancing measures are to remain in place for the foreseeable future, with only a gradual reduction in their severity. Anne and Ad...2020-05-1815 minWell SpokenContractual discretion in oil and gas contractsIn the latest episode of Well Spoken, Stephenson Harwood’s podcast series for the oil and gas industry, London-based partners Marc Hammerson and Peter Bennett discuss contractual discretion. They look at a number of areas, including where they are to be found, their importance and the role they have in arguments raised between parties in an oil and gas contract, such as termination.2020-05-0407 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Furlough leave – what happens next?In our latest employment law podcast, partner Kate Brearley and senior associate Richard Freedman take a look at some key issues presented by furlough leave and discuss why it is important that employers should already be thinking about the challenges the end of furlough leave and a return to work will present.2020-05-0119 minWell SpokenReliance on force majeure in oil and gas contractsIn our opening episode, we discuss the topical subject of declaring force majeure during the current COVID-19 pandemic. London partners, Marc Hammerson, Simon Moore and Tony Concagh will cover issues including when they apply, the consequences of force majeure, the drafting of clauses and how they can be challenged.2020-04-0119 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastThe Shipping Brief podcast on COVID-19In this podcast Andrew Rigden Green, partner in our Hong Kong office, and senior associate Elizabeth Sloane are discussing some of the legal issues you might face if Covid-19 is affecting your business, covering force majeure, charterparty issues, finance and insurance, sharing insights from recent cases being dealt with in the maritime and international trade sectors.2020-03-1911 minStephenson Harwood Greater China podcastEmployment law podcast – an employer’s guide to the Coronavirus – what steps should employers be taking?In this podcast Jezamine Fewins, employment partner in our Hong Kong office, and London-based partner Anne Pritam discuss the obligations of employers in relation to the Coronavirus outbreak. They will provide practical tips on how employers can help to protect their employees whilst continuing to operate their businesses.2020-03-1616 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: An employer’s guide to the Coronavirus – what steps should employers be taking?In this podcast Jezamine Fewins, employment partner in our Hong Kong office, and London-based partner Anne Pritam discuss the obligations of employers in relation to the Coronavirus outbreak. They will provide practical tips on how employers can help to protect their employees whilst continuing to operate their businesses.2020-02-2716 minCAPITAL talk – private wealth in a podcastThe EU’s blacklist what is the EU’s strategy, how does the list operate and where will it leave the offshore finance centresIn a fascinating interview, James explores this highly topical issue with Richard Hay, who explains the EU’s strategy and why he thinks that “regulation is the new warfare”.2020-02-2111 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - February 2020In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2020-02-2107 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Staff behaving badly: managing workplace behaviours in the DIFCThe Employment Law (Law no. 2 of 2019) in the Dubai International Financial Centre introduced, amongst a plethora of other changes, more stringent enforcement powers and sanctions to support the existing anti-discrimination regime in the DIFC. Emily Aryeetey, employment senior associate in our Dubai office, and London-based employment partner Paul Reeves, discuss what this means for employers directing greater focus on managing the behaviour of employees to limit the risk of discrimination and harassment claims.2020-02-1318 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Tricky issues with dismissalsIn this podcast, partner Kate Brearley and senior associate Serena Foulkes tackle some of the key issues that can come up when an employer dismisses an employee for misconduct or poor performance. Kate and Serena will look at three key cases and the practical takeaways for employers to consider in dismissal processes.2020-01-3117 minCAPITAL talk – private wealth in a podcastWhen do our clients need bodyguards?In this episode, James Quarmby explores with Kate Bright, licensed bodyguard and founder of UMBRA International, the world of personal security in all its forms and when clients may need to consider personal protection.2020-01-2310 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - December 2019In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-12-1705 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Looking ahead to 2020In our final podcast of 2019, we look ahead to 2020 where partner Anne Pritam and associate Adam Cooke discuss the key employment law changes for next year.2019-12-1610 minCAPITAL talk – private wealth in a podcastThe future of ‘offshore’ finance industry: is there a future and, if so, what will it look like?In this episode James Quarmby discusses with Simon Filmer, global lead of company formation at Vistra, the prospects for the offshore finance industry generally, including the rise of ‘mid-shore’ jurisdictions, such as Dubai and Hong Kong.2019-12-1612 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: IR35In this month’s podcast, partner Paul Reeves and senior associate Katy Carr follow up on our July podcast which looked at the reforms to the existing IR35 regime in the private sector from April 2020. To help prepare businesses in the lead up to the IR35 changes next year, Paul and Katy will:Take you through the background to the reforms;Explain how the new regime will work in practice;Consider how businesses should assess whether IR35 applies to their contractors;Discuss ways businesses can prepare for the reforms.2019-11-2915 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - November 2019In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-11-2706 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment and data protection law podcast: DIFC Data Protection Law and the impact of the GDPRIn anticipation of imminent law amendments, Emily Aryeetey, employment senior associate from our Dubai office, and London-based partner Jonathan Kirsop, who heads up our international data protection and information law practice, look at recent proposals to change the regime in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) to bring it closer into line with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 2019-11-1423 minCAPITAL talk – private wealth in a podcastLabour’s tax plans: wealth taxes, gift taxes, exchange controls – what should we expect?James Quarmby, in conversation with tax policy expert Oliver Cooper, explores the Labour Party’s tax policies – both public and private - and how they might affect HNWIs. Oliver also tells us all about his favourite cheese and what this tells us about Brexit. 2019-11-0811 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - October 2019In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-10-3108 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Restrictive covenants – Tillman v Egon ZehnderThis month's podcast is the latest in our mini-series on employee competition, which ties-in with the fourth edition of 'Employment Covenants and Confidential Information: Law, Practice and Technique' (Bloomsbury), co-written and co-edited by Stephenson Harwood employment partner Kate Brearley and Selwyn Bloch QC of Littleton Chambers. 2019-10-0414 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - September 2019In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-10-0107 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - August 2019In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-08-2909 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Social mediaIn this month’s podcast, we discuss the recent Employment Appeal Tribunal case of Forbes v LHR Airport Limited and the interplay between social media and employment law. We take you through the key takeaways on how employers can protect themselves from the risks posed by employees posting abusive, offensive or discriminatory posts on their social media accounts.2019-08-2809 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Preparing for the new off-payroll working rules (IR35)In this month’s podcast, we look at the roll out of the new off-payroll working rules (also known as ‘IR35’) to the private sector from 6 April 2020. 2019-07-3014 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - July 2019In the latest edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-07-2907 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Sexual harassment – lessons learned from recent casesIn this month’s podcast, our theme is sexual harassment. We cover the definition of sexual harassment under law, lessons learned from recent cases and finally practical points to consider for both sides when dealing with sexual harassment claims.2019-06-2811 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - June 2019In this edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-06-2709 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - May 2019In the latest edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-05-3109 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Hot topicsIn this month's podcast, we welcome associate Adam Cooke to the team and discuss the practical implications for employers arising from several recent cases. This podcast will have a particular focus on the pitfalls arising from the wording of employment contracts and policies particularly in the context of benefit schemes, investigations, disciplinary action or the potential dismissal of an employee. We also provide an update on Morrisons’ appeal to the Supreme Court against the finding of vicarious liability for the data protection breaches of a rogue employee. 2019-05-2314 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - April 2019In the latest edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-05-0106 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: WhistleblowingIn this month's podcast, we discuss the topic of whistleblowing.2019-04-2913 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Tricky questions on redundancy – how should it be done?In this month's podcast, we take a look at the topic of redundancy and the more complicated questions received from employers, including how to deal with part-time and fixed-term workers in a redundancy process, "bumping", redundancy and TUPE and how an employer should treat long-term absent employees during a redundancy process.2019-03-2912 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - March 2019In the latest edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-03-2805 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - February 2019In the latest edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-03-0106 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Extension of Senior Managers and Certification RegimeIn this month's podcast, we take a look at the Senior Managers and Certification Regime, which is being extended to all FCA authorised firms on 9 December this year. Partner Purvis Ghani and senior associate Richard Freedman give an overview of the regime and discuss the practical implications for employers including changes to contracts of employment, issues arising from termination and the regulatory reference regime.2019-02-2614 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Doing business in the Middle EastIn this month's podcast, the first of an occasional international series highlighting the work of our overseas offices, Partner Anne Pritam and associate Nic Mangan take a bird's eye view of some of the key points of interest for companies with operations, or who are considering setting up, in the Middle East.2019-01-3010 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - January 2019In the latest edition of the pensions podcast, we take a look at the latest legal developments.2019-01-2906 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: A review of 2018 and look ahead at what to expect in 2019Welcome to the latest in our series of employment law podcasts. In our final podcast of 2018, we look back at the key developments of this year and look ahead at what is to come in 2019. The topics we focus on include whistleblowing, the gig economy, notice of termination, employer’s vicarious liability and the impact of the #MeToo movement on the workplace.2018-12-2017 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - December 2018In the final edition of our pensions podcast series for this year, we take a look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of December 2018.2018-12-1905 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - November 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcast series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of November 2018. 2018-11-2906 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Business protection – what to do if you suspect employee competitionIn this podcast Kate Brearley, partner Kiersten Lucas and associate Natalie Edwards, look at what employers can and should do if they suspect an employee or former employee is, or is planning to engage in, competitive activity.2018-11-2115 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastGMP equalisation – an answer to a thirty-year-old question?For many years, the pensions industry has deliberated whether guaranteed minimum pensions had to be equalised between male and female members and, if so, how. In the latest edition of our pensions podcast series, the team considers the recent Lloyds Banking Group judgment, which confirms that equalisation must be carried out - but the issue remains complex, with many unanswered questions.2018-11-0806 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - October 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcast series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of October 2018. 2018-10-2909 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Privilege and Internal InvestigationsIn this month's podcast we will discuss legal professional privilege in the context of internal investigations carried out into criminal, regulatory and sensitive disciplinary issues. 2018-10-1713 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - September 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcast series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of August 2018.2018-09-2713 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Business protection – introducing and varying restrictive covenantsThis month's podcast is the third in a mini-series on employee competition which coincides with the new edition of 'Employment Covenants and Confidential Information: Law, Practice and Technique' (Bloomsbury), co-written and co-edited by Stephenson Harwood employment partner Kate Brearley and Selwyn Bloch QC of Littleton Chambers. In this podcast Kate Brearley, employment partner Kiersten Lucas, who leads our Middle East employment team, and senior associate Richard Freedman, discuss some of the key issues employers should consider when introducing or varying restrictive covenants.2018-09-2415 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - August 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcasts series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of July 2018.2018-08-2412 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Case law round upIn this month's podcast, we look at five recent cases and their practical implications for employers.2018-08-2013 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - July 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcasts series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of June 2018.2018-07-2607 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastImmigration law podcast: How to ensure you are Home Office compliantIn this podcast- the first podcast from our specialist immigration law team- we discuss Tier 2 Sponsor duties and what steps employers can take to ensure they are fully Home Office compliant.2018-07-1814 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - June 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcasts series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of May 2018.2018-06-2913 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Funding end of service gratuity in the UAEIn this episode, Barbara Allen, head of employee incentives here at Stephenson Harwood and guest, Tania Bearryman, head of performance and reward management at Intertrust, the global trust, fund and corporate service provider are interviewed by our employment associate Richard Freedman. We find out the answers to the important questions facing employers around funding end-of-service gratuity under the UAE Labour Law.2018-06-2509 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Business protection - drafting restrictive covenantsThis month's podcast is the second in a mini-series on employee competition which coincides with the new edition of 'Employment Covenants and Confidential Information: Law, Practice and Technique' (Bloomsbury), co-written and co-edited by Stephenson Harwood employment partner Kate Brearley and Selwyn Bloch QC of Littleton Chambers. In this podcast we will discuss the drafting of restrictive covenants and key points employers should consider at the start of an employment relationship. 2018-06-1915 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - May 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcasts series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of April 2018.2018-05-2412 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Case law round upIn this month's podcast, we take a look at five recent employment cases and the practical implications for employers.2018-05-2112 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - April 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcasts series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of March 2018.2018-04-2710 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Sexual harassment in the workplaceSexual harassment has had significant press coverage in recent times. It is important for employers to understand what constitutes sexual harassment and the legal and practical issues they may face. In this month's podcast, we will be discussing sexual harassment. 2018-04-1710 minStephenson Harwood pensions podcastRecent pensions law developments - March 2018In the latest edition of our pensions podcasts series, we look at some of the key pensions law developments up to the end of February 2018.2018-03-2913 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Employee competitionIn this podcast we look at some key terms to include in employment contracts at the outset of employment to protect the business from competition during employment and from preparatory steps to compete after employment has ended.2018-03-1914 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Gender pay gap reportingWith the deadline fast approaching and many organisations having already published or preparing to publish their first reports, we take a look at gender pay gap reporting.2018-02-1512 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: 5 FAQs on TUPEIn this podcast we will be tackling some of the key issues around the operation of TUPE. 2018-01-1512 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Looking back, looking forwardIn our final podcast of 2017, we look back at the key employment law developments this year and look ahead to 2018.2017-12-1510 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Case law round upIn this month's case round up, we look at three recent court decisions and their practical implications for employers, focussing on: whistleblowing and unfair dismissal; disciplinary procedures; and restrictive covenants. 2017-11-2012 minStephenson Harwood employment podcastEmployment law podcast: Tricky issues in managing sickness absenceIn this podcast we discuss tricky issues for employers when managing sickness absence and provide practical guidance on how to deal with an employee who is off sick.2017-10-1610 min