The Agenda – a Lewis Silkin podcast providing sound analysis of the critical issues impacting businesses. Our leading lawyers, along with special guests and col...
The future of performance processes and probationary periods
In our first episode of 2025, join Sarah McWhinney and James Walters as they explore the importance of having clear performance management from day one. They discuss the common mistakes made by employers before considering the transformative changes to day 1 unfair dismissal rights in the Employment Rights Bill. They talk through the implications the Bill will have for managing new joiners and some of the practical steps employers can put in place now.
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“That’s Entertainment” with Phil Hughes: Joel Conder, creator of the YouTube channel Dad V Girls
In the second episode of “That’s Entertainment”, Partner in our Media & Entertainment team Phil Hughes is joined by Joel Conder, the creator of the hugely successful YouTube channel Dad V Girls.In this podcast, Phil dives deep with Joel to explore his journey as a self-built media mogul, the growth of his e-commerce brands Des Vu Clothing and Solskin, and how he connects with millions of followers across platforms. They also touch on Joel’s innovative approach to content creation and the unique legal and business challenges he’s encountered along the way.
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In-House Employment Lawyers Coffee Break: Episode 14 – What’s happening in employment law 2025
Our first episode of the year sees Lucy and Sally discuss what we can expect from the world of employment law this year ranging from the changes to NMW, new family leave rights, consultations on the Employment Rights Bill and some key cases to watch out for.
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Pay Attention Episode 8: Ordnung muss sein - implementing the Pay Transparency Directive in Germany
In this episode of Pay Attention, Tom Heys and David Lorimer are joined by Jessica Jacobi from Kliemt to delve into Germany’s approach to the Pay Transparency Directive. Known as the land of bratwurst, precision engineering, and a harmonious relationship between labour and business, Germany’s implementation offers fascinating insights into pay equity. The panel explores how Germany’s legal frameworks, industrial traditions, and data privacy laws interact with the Directive— and where challenges remain. Packed with sharp analysis and thoughtful discussion, this episode provides a finely tuned look at the impact of the Pay Transparency Directive in Europe’s economic powerhouse.
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Pay Attention Episode 7: Does Pay Transparency Really Work?
In this special episode of Pay Attention, we step back from the details of the Pay Transparency Directive to take a big-picture look at whether pay transparency actually delivers on its promise. Regular hosts Tom Heys and David Lorimer are joined by Hannah Grayson and Siobhra Rush to explore the historical journey of pay equity — from the early days of gender pay gap reporting to the latest developments in the UK and Ireland. Together, they unpack the research, discuss the intended and unintended consequences of transparency rules, and assess what the future holds for fair pay.
The Agenda – a Lewis Silkin podcast providing sound analysis of the critical issues impacting businesses. Our leading lawyers, along with special guests and colleagues from around our networks, help you navigate some of the most challenging and complex problems facing businesses today, from managing your international workforce through to solutions being developed in the ever evolving creative and tech economies, and more. Listen, subscribe and leave a review – we would love to know what you think. Discover more about who we are and what we do at www.lewissilkin.com.
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