Bristows' Podcast

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Never content to do the bare minimum, we've always been at the forefront of change. You could say we are and always have been a bit different from other law firms. Our legal expertise joined up with our science and technology backgrounds means we understand your business and can talk the same language. And that's essentially what we cover in this podcast. A truly independent approach to litigation, transactions and advice throughout the world.

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October 22, 2026Episode 214 min

Life Sciences: Lab notes from Bristows | Regulatory reform: What’s changing in 2027?

What do the latest EU regulatory reforms mean for the future of life sciences innovation? Bristows’ life sciences regulatory partners Alex Denoon and Xisca Borrás explore key developments in pharmaceutical legislation, medical devices regulation and the proposed Biotech Act, examining what the changes could mean for industry, patient access and Europe’s competitiveness in 2027 and beyond.

October 14, 2026Episode 112 min

Life sciences: Lab notes from Bristows | The BIOSECURE Act

In this episode of Life Sciences Lab Notes from Bristows , James Johnston and Claire Smith explore the US BIOSECURE Act and its implications for UK and EU biotech companies. They unpack common misconceptions about the legislation, explain how restrictions on federal funding and procurement could affect international supply chains, and examine the potential impact on commercial partnerships, investment and exit transactions. With a focus on practical steps, they discuss how biotech businesses can assess supply chain risks, strengthen contractual protections and plan ahead.

October 13, 2026Episode 223 min

(Medical) Crimes and (Data) Misdemeanours | In which we discuss AI Scribes

Marc Dautlich and Alex Denoon discuss ambient voice technologies (AVTs), also known as 'AI scribes'. And of course, they are looking at AVTs specifically in the field of life sciences and healthcare. In our previous episode, we put a question to the European Commission’s AI Act Service Desk. Stick around until the end of the episode for what Alex and Marc thought of that response. You can read the response in full here .

September 18, 2026Episode 624 min

Bristows - Cease & Discuss: Navigating the new rules on advertising "less healthy foods"

Naina Patel and Rob Powell explore the new rules governing the advertising of less healthy food and drink, and what they mean in practice for businesses and brands. Looking at a selection of recent ASA rulings, they examine real-world examples of advertising that has – and has not – been caught by the new restrictions. When will the brand advertising exemption apply? When is an individual product identifiable in an ad? And what do these decisions mean for businesses navigating the new rules?

September 16, 2026Episode 712 min

UK Expansion: Unpacked – A practical guide to building a UK presence | Real estate

Expanding into the UK? There’s more to consider than simply finding an office. In this bonus episode of UK Expansion, Sam Munday is joined by Bristows real estate expert Suzanne Hooks to explore the key commercial real estate issues overseas businesses should consider when entering the UK market. From serviced offices and incubator space to leases, exit rights, dilapidations and sustainability requirements, they discuss the practical points businesses should have on their radar before committing to a UK real estate footprint. Listen today!

September 11, 2026Episode 122 min

(Medical) Crimes and (Data) Misdemeanours | In which we write to the European Commission’s AI Act Service Desk concerning Annex V of the EU AI Act (conformity assessments) - LIVE!

In our first episode of (Medical) Crimes and (Data) Misdemeanours, Marc Dautlich and Alex Denoon write to the European Commission’s AI Act Service Desk. Any High-Risk AI System (and these are the most interesting AI Systems and the focus of the EU AI Act) must be the subject of a Declaration of Conformity prepared by the “provider” (the entity with primary regulatory responsibility for the AI System). This is a living document that confirms that the System (for example, a medical device that integrates some AI) complies with the AI Act (and any other applicable legislation). For this podcast, the relevant provision is Annex V, point 5. The DoC must include a statement that the AI System “complies with GDPR”. Sounds easy, but what does it mean in practice? Note : All information was correct at the time of recording.

September 9, 2026Episode 629 min

UK Expansion: Unpacked – A practical guide to building a UK presence | Data protection

Expanding into the UK? There’s more to data protection than just the GDPR. In the latest episode of UK Expansion: Unpacked , host Sam Munday is joined by Jamie Drucker to explore the key UK data protection considerations for overseas businesses setting up in the UK. From the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 to cookies and electronic marketing, they unpack what businesses need to know when navigating the UK privacy landscape. Listen to the latest episode of UK Expansion: Unpacked to get up to speed on the essentials for a successful UK launch.

September 2, 2026Episode 518 min

UK Expansion: Unpacked – A practical guide to building a UK presence | IP and Brand Protection

In this episode, we discuss one of the most valuable assets many businesses have: intellectual property. If you're expanding into the UK, what do you need to think about when it comes to protecting your technology, Innovations, know-how and brands? Sam Munday is joined by Laura Harwood , Of Counsel in our Commercial IP team, to guide you through the key issues.

August 26, 2026Episode 419 min

UK Expansion: Unpacked – A practical guide to building a UK presence | Immigration

In this episode, host Sam Munday is joined by Lizzie Field to discuss the UK immigration options for overseas businesses looking to expand into the UK. They explore when visas are required and for who, focussing principally on the two key visas for overseas businesses: the UK Expansion Worker and Skilled Worker visas. The conversation also covers the practical considerations around obtaining a sponsor licence, such as expected lead times and some of the common pitfalls businesses encounter during the application process, and the consequences for non-compliance.

August 19, 2026Episode 311 min

UK Expansion: Unpacked – A practical guide to building a UK presence | Equity Incentives

In this episode of UK Expansion: Unpacked, we explore how international businesses can effectively incentivise their UK workforce as they expand into the market. Building on our previous episode covering the UK employment law essentials businesses need to get right from day one, we turn our attention to employee incentives and the role they can play in attracting, motivating and retaining talent. Julia Cockroft , partner in our Tax and Incentives team, joins Sam Munday to discuss the key considerations for businesses looking to design effective incentive arrangements in the UK.

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