The Linklaters Podcast

Where the rubber hits the road…regulatory reforms expected under a new Labour government // Investigations

Episode 1

Having woken up the news of a new Labour government, you may be asking what this means for the UK regulatory landscape? In this podcast, Ben Packer, Becky McGregor and Annabel Sim discuss how the newly elected Labour Government may impact regulation across different sectors in the UK, from technology, sport, financial services, and utilities. Reading between the lines of the party’s manifesto and previous announcements, we explore whether we can expect wholesale regulatory reform, or a more modest refresh. In this podcast we explore everything from exciting innovations and heightened standards in online safety, to bold commitments for fairer football governance.

Global environmental crime and money laundering risk // Business Crime & Investigations

Episode 11: Global environmental crime and money laundering risk

In this eleventh episode, James Bowen and Jasmine Olomolaiye are joined by guest speaker Jamas Hodivala KC of Matrix chambers to discuss environmental crime and money laundering risk arising from overseas' conduct. For UK companies, this is often an underappreciated area of risk but it is one which will only become more salient with increasing focus on the "E" of ESG.

To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our The Most Important Issues in Business Crime podcast series.

Demystifying the use of human intelligence in investigations // Investigations

Episode 5: Investigations Insights

In this episode, Rachel Metcalf and Claire Macdonald speak to Will Crawford and Philip Kaye, founders of Argyll Strategy, to demystify the use of open source and human intelligence in investigations.

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Work It Out - The use of WhatsApp messages at work // Employment and Incentives

Episode 3: The use of WhatsApp messages at work. 

In this episode, Sinead Casey is asked a series of questions about the use of WhatsApp messages at work, including: why this is an increasing issue for employers in the context of workplace investigations and disclosure; if an employer has a right to access and rely on such messages; whether it makes a difference if the messages are held on a personal or work device; the litigation risk and data privacy issues for employers to consider; and top tips for employers managing the use of these types of communication in the workplace. Special thanks also to Peter Church (Counsel in our TMT and IP practice) for contributing his thoughts on the data protection side to this topic.

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Work It Out - The Investigating NED // Employment and Incentives

Episode 2: The Investigating NED. 

In this episode, Nick Marshall is asked a series of questions about the role of non-executive directors to investigate and make decisions about workplace issues, from grievances to disciplinaries, to complaints from whistleblowers and investigations into workplace culture. Nick is asked to explain what makes NEDs well-placed to take on this role, what will be expected of them, and if there is a risk of a conflict with their existing non-executive duties and responsibilities.

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Proposed changes to the criminal liability of companies in the UK and why they matter to you // Business Crime & Investigations

Episode 10: Proposed changes to the criminal liability of companies in the UK and why they matter to you

In our tenth episode, Francesca Bonner-Evans (Managing Associate) is joined by Alison Saunders (Consultant) and Jane Larner (Counsel), all from our Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations Practice in London. They consider some of the proposals in the current Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill, including the introduction of a corporate failure to prevent fraud offence and the reframing of principles behind corporate criminal liability which will make it easier to prosecute companies for wrongdoing. They discuss implications for organisations operating in the UK and share thoughts on what businesses should be doing now to prepare.

To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our The Most Important Issues in Business Crime podcast series.

The Quincecare duty in APP fraud cases, Climate Change Litigation and Data Privacy class actions // Litigation, Arbitration & Investigations

Episode 2: Leading Questions

In the second episode, Christa Band, Mike Munk, Rebecca Burton, Faye Presland, Elenor Parkhouse and Sadie Buls discuss the Supreme Court’s recent refusal in Phillipp v Barclays Bank to extend the Quincecare duty in APP fraud cases, the recent ClientEarth v Shell climate related derivative action case, and the latest data privacy class action claim struck out by the High Court.

To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our Leading Questions webpage.

Enhanced enforcement risks under anti-espionage and data security regime (China) // Business Crime & Investigations

Episode 9: Enhanced enforcement risks under anti-espionage and data security regime (China)

In our ninth episode, Doug Davison is joined by Ellen Zhang (partner) and Michael Lamson (counsel) from the Litigation, Arbitration and Investigation group, along with Alex Roberts (counsel) from the TMT group in the PRC. They delve into China's newly revised Anti-Espionage Law, its implications for data security, and the potential impact on multinationals with connections to mainland China. They discuss increasing interest by multinational organisations on the enhanced risks stemming from recent changes to the PRC data security regime and the uptick in investigations and enforcement by PRC authorities against non-PRC entities.

To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our The Most Important Issues in Business Crime podcast series.

National Security-Related Corporate Criminal Enforcement // Business Crime & Investigations

Episode 8: National Security-Related Corporate Criminal Enforcement

In our eighth episode, Doug Davison is joined by Alison Saunders and Meredith Riley. They talk about the the U.S. Department of Justice’s recent shift toward pursuing national security-related corporate crime, and how it compares to enforcement developments outside the U.S.

Individual accountability implications following the FCA’s defeat in Julius Baer case // Investigations

Episode 4: Investigations Insights

In this episode, Nik Kiri and Verity Kemp discuss the recent decision of the Upper Tribunal in relation to three individuals previously employed by Julius Baer, and its important implications.

Further analysis of the case can be found on our blog post.

Antitrust Dawn Raids // Investigations

Episode 3: Investigation Insights

In this episode, Doug Tween, Sima Ostrovsky and Kaan Gürer discuss surprise inspections relating to antitrust concerns, known as Dawn Raids.

For further information on dawn raids, visit our dedicated web page where you will find details of our dawn raid app mentioned in the podcast. You can also get in touch with us to customise the app to your organisation and access premium content.

The future of the SFO // Investigations

Episode 2: Investigation Insights

In this episode, Alison Saunders, Elly Proudlock, James Phoenix and Rachel Metcalf discuss the successes and failures of the U.K. Serious Fraud Office during Ms Osofsky’s tenure and consider the business crime investigations landscape in 2023 and beyond.

Financial reporting and enforcement trends in the professional services industry // Business Crime & Investigations

Episode 7: The Most Important Issues in Business Crime podcast series

In our seventh episode, Doug Davison is joined by guests Rebecca McGregor and Michael Lamson. Together they discuss the increased regulatory focus on financial reporting and enforcement trends in the professional services industry.

Enforcement trends in 2023 // Investigations

Episode 1: Investigation Insights

In the first episode, Sandeep Challa, Clare McMullen and Nik Kiri from our Financial Regulation Group and Gavin Lewis from our Dispute Resolution practice talk about the key financial services enforcement trends for the coming year.

Issues in handling whistleblower allegations – Hong Kong and Singapore // Business Crime & Investigations

Episode 6: The Most Important Issues in Business Crime podcast series

In our sixth episode, US DR partner Doug Davison is joined by guests Singapore DR partner Jelita Pandjaitan and Hong Kong DR partner Andrew Chung. Together they discuss current issues in handling whistleblower allegations including what this can mean for corporations, boards, executives and employees across Hong Kong and Singapore.