Ring up the latest changes to the sector with Retail Review, the podcast series from Womble Bond Dickinson. In each episode join members from across the firm as they discuss the latest developments and trends in the sector and what they mean to you.
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April 15, 2026Episode 1414 min
Women in Retail: in conversation with Emma Lessani at New Look
Focusing on Women in Retail, in this episode of 'Retail Review', Womble Bond Dickinson's Nikki Powell speaks to Emma Lessani, Head of Property at New Look, about her unconventional career journey into retail property leadership. Emma shares her candid insights into motherhood, mentorship, resilience; and why representation and authenticity matter most in our fast‑moving industry.Watch the podcast on our YouTube:
March 27, 2026Episode 139 min
What regulatory changes mean for interest-free lending
From 15 July 2026, changes to buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) regulation could bring more retailers into the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s scope. Find out more from our financial regulatory experts, Emma Radmore and Stephen Wilson, on what’s changing, who may be affected, and the key questions businesses like yours – especially retailers and consumer-facing businesses offering interest‑free credit – should be asking now.
March 10, 2026Episode 1215 min
Unlocking Trade Mark Protection: Navigating China's Legal Landscape
Registered trade marks in China have come a long way in the last 40 years: from little to no intellectual property laws in the 1980s; to now, where the region has more reasonable rules and protections in place.Join James Love, Head of Intellectual Property, and Amy Galloway, Associate and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney, who explore whether China is still considered 'The Wild West' of trade marks, or if the protections available now turn this former reputation into something of the distant past.
August 29, 2025Episode 1118 min
Retail Review: The Future of Solar and EV
In this episode of Retail Review, Alistair Walton and Anthony Alderman explore how solar panels and EV charging are reshaping the retail landscape. From cutting costs to driving sustainability, discover the bold strategies retailers are using to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
May 13, 2025Episode 1017 min
Dark Patterns
Join hosts Katie Simmonds and Amy Battinson as they delve into the shadowy world of dark patterns within the retail sector. This episode explores the implications these practices have on consumers and retailers alike. They will navigate the complex regulatory landscape, shedding light on the efforts of organisations like the CMA and the EU in enforcing compliance. Discover the critical importance of website accessibility and the intriguing potential of AI in both detecting and creating these dark patterns. Finally, gain practical advice for retailers on how to overcome these challenges while maintaining consumer trust. Tune in for an insightful and eye-opening discussion. Want to hear previous Retail Review podcasts? Click here.
March 26, 2025Episode 911 min
Tacit Relocation
Join partners Clare Lamond and Paul Mason as they delve into the Scots law doctrine of tacit relocation, which facilitates the automatic renewal of leases if neither party issues a termination notice. They explore the ramifications of this doctrine for retailers, discuss recent reform proposals by the Scottish Law Commission, and underscore the significance of clear communication between landlords and tenants.Want to hear previous Retail Review podcasts? Click here.
March 18, 2025Episode 818 min
Opening Back Up our High Streets
With the government instilling new powers under the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 to get the nation's high streets back to their best, how could these impact landlords, retailers, and lenders? Join partner Jon Hobbs and practice development lawyer and associate Alison Morden-Hawke from the firm's Real Estate group as they talk about the new powers granted to councils, what challenges landlords could be expected to face, and the timelines for compliance and potential for disputes.Want to hear previous Retail Review podcasts? Click here.
March 3, 2025Episode 76 min
National Minimum Wage and National Insurance
Staffing costs for retailers are set to rise, with increases in the national minimum wage and changes to how much national insurance employers need to contribute going forward. Join practice development lawyer and managing associate Karen Plumbley-Jones and legal director Nicola Allen from WBD's employment team as they talk about what these changes mean for you in the retail sector, and how it could impact recruitment, employee wages, and overall business strategies.Want to hear previous Retail Review podcasts? Click here.
February 11, 2025Episode 613 min
Law Commission Consultation – Security of Tenure
Hot off the press: the Law Commission have issued their provisional conclusions on reform to the Act on 4 June 2025.In short, it is an initial win for retail and the provisional recommendation is to retain the current "contracting out model, not expand the current types of tenancy that are excluded from the 1954 Act but they do recommend further consulting on extending the threshold for tenancies to be able to benefit from security of tenure under the 1954 Act from 6 months to two years.A second consultation paper will now follow, detailing how any recommended model or change in scope would work, reviewing the current contracting out process and proposing other technical changes to the Act.---With the Law Commission currently consulting on the security of tenure in commercial leases, how may the proposed changes impact your business going forward? Join partner Nikki Powell and associate David Jones as they dive into the implications of proposed changes to the 1954 Act, what groups of retailers are thinking about the changes, and the potential impact on employment within the retail industry.
January 31, 2025Episode 513 min
The Employment Rights Bill
Curious as to how the current Employment Rights Bill being worked through UK parliament may impact your business? Join partners Dan Fawcett and Christina Tolvas-Vincent from WBD's employment team as they dive into some of the biggest changes the Bill could bring to UK retail and hospitality - from probation periods and flexible working, to fire and rehire practices and collective redundancy.Want to hear previous Retail Review podcasts? Click here.
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