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The Trowers Podcast
by Trowers & Hamlins
We are a law firm with an eclectic mix of specialisations combining sector leadership in the UK and Asia. We help businesses and governments change the way we live and work for the better. We do this by providing commercial advice geared towards tackling tomorrow's challenges in industry.We are experts in the real estate sector, and have thriving commercial, social housing, banking and finance, private wealth, employment and care practices, in addition to specialist practices such as planning, tax, pensions, and environment. This content is not intended to be legally comprehensive.
Episodes
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The Business of Inclusion - a conversation with Justice Williams MBE
In the next episode of our series exploring the growth of Black-owned businesses across the UK, Yetunde Dania, Partner and Head of our Birmingham office, speaks with Justice Williams MBE, brand authority strategist, entrepreneur and publisher, about women in business and leadership. Justice...
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Devolution Dissected - next steps for those on the frontline
In the second episode of our Devolution Dissected update, Amardeep Gill, Head of our Public Sector team, and Paul McDermott continue the conversation with Evie John and Chris Naylor from Inner Circle Consulting, turning their attention to what comes next for councils on the frontline of local...
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Devolution Dissected - what just happened with local government reform?
Following the Government's recent decision to withdraw a number of local government reorganisation decisions and pause implementation in other areas, Amardeep Gill, Head of our Public Sector team, is once again joined by Paul McDermott, along with Evie John and Chris Naylor from Inner Circle...
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What makes a successful new town?
Partner Jessica Arczynski is joined by Lucy Webb, Director at Inner Circle Consulting, to explore what it takes to create successful new towns and build places that can thrive for generations. Lucy shares her perspective on the importance of governance, stewardship and community involvement in...
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More Than Business - a conversation with Melanie Lawson, Bare Biology
In our new More than business series, Sara Bailey, Senior Partner at Trowers & Hamlins, speaks with business leaders and innovators about the values that shape effective leadership today. Through candid conversations, the series explores themes including empathy, empowerment, trust and...
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Tech Talks - a conversation with Matthew Evans, techUK
In the second episode of our Tech Talks podcast, Partner Charlotte Clayson is joined by Matthew Evans, COO and Director of Markets at techUK, to discuss his perspective on the role of technology across key sectors, and his insights into the future of the UK tech industry. They explore what first...
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The governance of endings: from endings to new beginnings
In this final episode of the Ending Well series, Amardeep Gill and Professor Catherine Staite bring the discussion full circle, reflecting on what it means to end well and how the quality of an ending directly shapes the effectiveness, legitimacy and accountability of what follows. The…
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The governance of endings: people, power and place
In this episode, Amardeep Gill and Professor Catherine Staite explore the human dimensions of local government reorganisation and the leadership challenges that emerge when organisations are preparing to close rather than grow. While statutory structural change orders and shadow authority...
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The governance of endings: why 'ending well' matters
In this three-part podcast series, Amardeep Gill and Professor Catherine Staite explore the governance dimensions of local government reorganisation through the lens of 'ending well'. Drawing on research, policy insight and lived experience, the series examines what it means for dissolving…
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Tech Talks - a conversation with Shelley Langan-Newton, SQR
Partner Charlotte Clayson is joined by Shelley Langan-Newton, CEO of SQR, to discuss her journey into the tech sector and the path to her leadership role. They explore what inspired Shelley to pursue a career in technology, alongside the challenges she has faced as a woman in a still...
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Procurement Act 2023: one year in practice – from process to delivery
In this second episode of a two-part podcast, Rebecca Rees, Head of Public Procurement at Trowers & Hamlins, is joined by Antony Silk, Director of Procurement at Southern Housing, to continue their reflections on the first year of the Procurement Act 2023. Moving from process into practice, they...
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Procurement Act 2023: one year in practice – designing a competitive flexible procedure
In this first episode of a two-part podcast, Rebecca Rees, Head of Public Procurement at Trowers & Hamlins, is joined by Antony Silk, Director of Procurement at Southern Housing, to reflect on the first year of the Procurement Act 2023. Focusing on the competitive flexible procedure, they discuss...
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Championing Black Business – a conversation with Kwame Boateng
In the next episode in our series where we shine a spotlight on the growth of Black-owned businesses across the UK and the many factors involved in running and scaling a business, Yetunde Dania, Partner and Head of Trowers & Hamlins’ Birmingham office, speaks with Kwame Boateng, founder of...
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Thinking Business: managing transformative change through effective leadership
In the second podcast from issue 17 of Thinking Business, Senior Partner Sara Bailey is joined by Sahar Hashemi OBE, Founder of Buy Women Built and Co-Founder of Coffee Republic, to discuss how effective leadership can drive and sustain transformative change. Sahar reflects on her journey from...
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GC Chronicles - a conversation with Magdalena Konig, Sirius International Holding
In this episode of GC Chronicles, recorded as part of our Safe and Ethical AI Month, Matt Whelan interviews Magdalena Koenig, General Counsel at Sirius International Holdings, to discuss the intersection of law and artificial intelligence. They explore the importance of ethical and safe use of…
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Thinking Business: addressing new cyber security risks created by AI
In the first podcast from issue 17 of Thinking Business, Partner Charlotte Clayson is joined by Rupert Small, Founder and CEO of Egregious, to explore the growing cyber risks associated with the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence in business. Rupert shares his perspective on the key cyber...
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GC Chronicles - a conversation with Rupinder Phull, HomeServe
In this episode of our GC Chronicles podcast series, Matt Whelan, Senior Associate, is joined by Rupinder Phull, Director of Legal at HomeServe, the British multinational home emergency repairs and improvements business. Together, they discuss Rupinder’s career journey and how he came to join the...
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Championing Black Business - a conversation with Paul Kempster, Lloyds Banking Group
In the first episode of our new series exploring the impact of Black-owned businesses on the UK economy, Yetunde Dania, Partner and Head of Trowers & Hamlins’ Birmingham office, speaks with Paul Kempster, Managing Director and Head of Commercial Banking Coverage at Lloyds Business and Commercial...
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Devolution Dissected – unpacking democratic engagement and future reform
In the second episode of our autumn update, Amardeep Gill, Head of the Public Sector team at Trowers & Hamlins, is once again joined by fellow Partner Paul McDermott, along with guests from Inner Circle Consulting, Evie John and Chris Naylor, to continue the conversation on the changing landscape...
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Devolution Dissected – exploring the current landscape of devolution and local government reform
In the latest instalment of our Devolution Dissected series, Amardeep Gill, Head of the Public Sector team, is once again joined by fellow Partner Paul McDermott, along with guests from Inner Circle Consulting, Evie John and Chris Naylor, to discuss the current state of devolution and local...
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Thinking Business: AI and how it is transforming modern businesses
Next up in our Thinking Business podcast series, Partner Victoria Robertson is joined by Char Eeles, Retail Media Lead at Ocado, to discuss the AI revolution and its impact on modern businesses. Char shares insights into the different artificial intelligence models used at Ocado, from improving...
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GC Chronicles – a conversation with Rory Gissane, Mortgage Advice Bureau
Welcome to the launch of our new GC Chronicles series, where we shine a spotlight on General Counsels from across the UK and their experiences of working at the heart of big business. Amardeep Gill, Partner and Head of our Public Sector team speaks to Rory Gissane, Group General Counsel & Company...
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Thinking Business: The importance of EDI in recruitment and retention
Welcome to our new Thinking Business podcast series, where we explore the latest challenges, opportunities and trends affecting businesses today. We'll be speaking to a range of industry leaders and experts who will share their insight to help you navigate an ever-changing landscape. In our first...
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Getting to Net Zero: The rise of alternative funding models in the built environment
Chris Paul, Partner and Head of the Energy and Sustainability at Trowers & Hamlins, speaks to Tim Meanock CEO and Co-founder of Tallarna, a climate tech and finance platform focused on delivering sustainable impact through Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) solutions. In the podcast they explore the...
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Devolution Dissected - local government reorganisation
Devolution Dissected returns with the second episode of our two-part series, diving deeper into the shifting dynamics of local government. Amardeep Gill, Head of Public Sector at Trowers & Hamlins, and Partner Paul McDermott are once again joined by Evie John and Chris Naylor from Inner Circle...
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Devolution Dissected - navigating the challenges and opportunities
Devolution Dissected returns with a brand-new two-part series, continuing the conversation on the evolving landscape of local government. Nearly four months on from the release of the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Head of Public Sector at Trowers & Hamlins, is once again joined by fellow...
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Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Alan Heron, Places for People
In the last episode in our Procurement Week 2025 podcast series, Partner Katie Saunders and Alan Heron, Director of Procurement at Places for People, discuss how procurement frameworks have evolved over the years. They explore the role of frameworks in public procurement, the challenges faced…
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Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Craig Naughton
Partner Louis Sebastian and Craig Naughton, Commercial and Procurement Lead at WM5G, discuss the implications of the Procurement Act 2023 on tech contracts. They assess the challenges of innovation within public procurement, the importance of flexibility in contract management and the role of AI…
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Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Lisa Forsyth, Max Associates
Partner Amardeep Gill speaks to Lisa Forsyth, Managing Director at Max Associates, about the evolving landscape of leisure procurement contracts. They explore the historical context of leisure procurement, the significance of concession contracts and the introduction of the competitive flexible...
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Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Andrew Van Doorn, HACT
In our next Procurement Week podcast, Dr Rebecca Rees and Andrew Van Doorn, Chief Executive of HACT, discuss the significance of social value in public procurement, especially in light of the new Procurement Act 2023. They explore the importance of understanding social value as an impactful...
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Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Lindsay Maguire, Cabinet Office
To mark the launch of the Procurement Act 2023, Partner and Head of Public Procurement, Rebecca Rees speaks to Lindsay Maguire, Deputy Director for Procurement Reform Implementation at the Cabinet Office, to discuss its implications for public procurement in the UK. They explore the cultural and...
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Devolution Dissected - navigating local government reform
In the final episode of our series examining the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, is joined by Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at...
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Devolution Dissected – exploring the financial aspects of the Devolution White Paper
In the third episode of our series dissecting the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, is joined by Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at...
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Devolution Dissected - unpacking the devolution framework and the impact on London
In the second episode of our four-part series on the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, returns with Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services…
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Devolution Dissected - who are the winners and losers of the Devolution White Paper?
In the first episode of our four-part series exploring the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, is joined by Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming...
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Powering the future: EV charging, legislation and landlord solutions
Partner and Head of Energy and Sustainability, Chris Paul speaks to Rhys Harrington-Jones, Sales Director at Zest, the only B Corp EV charge point operator in the UK. Together they discuss the current legislation around electric vehicle charging, the challenges facing new builds and retrofit...
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General Election 2024 - Labour's employment law plans explained
In this post-Election result podcast, Head of Employment Rebecca McGuirk and Partner Nicola Ihnatowicz discuss Labour's New Deal for Working People and the potential impact on employers. They cover key proposals such as the extension of unfair dismissal rights, changes to parental leave, reforms…
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Rethinking Regen - What is data-led regeneration and why is it important?
Partner Patrick Morris speaks to Sam Fox, Head of Research and Analytics at Ellandi, the UK's leading investment manager of destination and local shopping centres, about the concept of data-led regeneration and its importance in helping to create vibrant and successful town centres. They explore...
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How Net Zero may impact claims in the construction sector
Partner Karie Akeelah and Ahmed Ismail, Managing Director at FTI Consulting, discuss the impact of Net Zero goals on the construction industry and the potential construction claims that may arise. They assess the challenges of implementing Net Zero, such as the need for clear standards…
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What is on the horizon for the affordable housing finance market?
Partner Natalie Singh is joined by George Flynn and James Tarrant, Directors at Savills Financial Consultants to discuss the funding market in the affordable housing finance sector over the past 12 months and predictions for the next 12 months. They also touch on ESG and sustainable finance, as...
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Together We Care – how the Care Leavers Covenant helps those in the care system
In the final episode of the series, Alison Delaney and Yetunde Dania discuss the Care Leavers Covenant with Zahra Printer, former chair of the advisory board, and Matthew Gordon, CEO of Spectra. They explore the origins and purpose of the Covenant, which supports care leavers aged 16-25 in living...
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The opportunities and challenges for electric vehicle charging in logistics properties
Partner Sam Folley speaks to Carl Buckingham, Head of Partnerships at Envevo and Paul Wood, Director of Vantage Building Consultancy to discuss the opportunities and challenges of electric vehicle (EV) charging in logistics properties. The conversation covers the major opportunities for EV…
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How carbon offsetting can help social landlords unlock additional funding for retrofit projects
Partner Chris Paul, Head of the Energy and Sustainability team at Trowers is joined by Antoine Pellet, Head of Retrofit Credits at HACT, to discuss how the retrofit credit model works and how it can be beneficial for landlords. Antoine provides insight on the wider social benefits involved with...
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Together We Care – the role businesses can play in supporting care leavers
In the penultimate episode in our Together We Care series we focus on the role businesses can play in improving the opportunities and experiences of care experienced people. Hosts Alison Delaney and Yetunde Dania are joined by Dame Sharon White, Chairman of the John Lewis Partnership, and Sara...
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How affordable and social housing providers have shaped the regeneration of the North West
Partner Katie Saunders discusses the role of public sector housing in the regeneration of communities in Manchester and the North West with Jacque Allen, the Chief Executive of Your Housing Group, and Mike Gaskell, the Chair of the Board of Your Housing Group. They reflect on the impact of…
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Together We Care – the journey to becoming an adoptive parent
In this episode, Alison Delaney and Yetunde Dania discuss the topic of adoption with the father of three adopted children, Simon. They explore his decision to adopt, the process involved, and some of his experiences of being a parent to adopted children. Simon also discusses the support available...
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Where next for the industrial and logistics industry?
Partner Fiona Thomson speaks to Bob Tattrie, Managing Partner at Trebor Developments about the current opportunities in the industrial and logistics development industry. They discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and recent economic challenges as well as well as how to resolve issues such…
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Together We Care – the process of becoming a foster parent
The third instalment in our Together We Care series focusses on fostering. Hosts Alison Delaney and Yetunde Dania are joined by Carol Akotiah, who in 2016 took the decision to become a foster parent. Throughout the episode, Carol talks about her motivation to foster, the process involved and also...
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Procurement Act 2023 - transparency reforms and the role of artificial intelligence
Following the publication of the Procurement Act 2023, Partner and Head of Public Procurement, Rebecca Rees speaks to Ian Makgill, Founder of Spend Network, about public procurement, data and artificial intelligence. They look at the transparency reforms under the Act, how Spend Network use and...
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Together We Care - growing up in the residential care system
In the second instalment in our Together We Care series, a Trowers & Hamlins and Little Bird People Development collaboration, Yetunde Dania and Alison Delaney speak to author, journalist and social worker, Rebekah Pierre. Rebekah opens up about her experience of growing up in residential care…
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We are a law firm with an eclectic mix of specialisations combining sector leadership in the UK and Asia. We help businesses and governments change the way we live and work for the better. We do this by providing commercial advice geared towards tackling tomorrow's challenges in industry.We are experts in the real estate sector, and have thriving commercial, social housing, banking and finance, private wealth, employment and care practices, in addition to specialist practices such as planning, tax, pensions, and environment. This content is not intended to be legally comprehensive.
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