As we see the first test cases of the Government’s New National Security and Investment Act, the lack of clarity around ‘call-ins’ is obvious. What can companies do to avoid being seemingly at the mercy of a new political tool for intervention in transactions and M&A?
Access to Legal Aid is more important than ever, but cuts to funding make it harder and harder for people to receive legal assistance. But, say TV’s Judge Rob Rinder MBE and Jeremy Brier, it’s possibly the most important protection of liberty we have as a civilized society – to give innocent people the right to defend themselves. In this latest episode, listen as Rob and Jeremy discuss the importance of Legal Aid and its critical role in protecting the rule of law.
Don’t miss Clarissa Coleman & David Speakman, partners at DAC Beachcroft, discuss the changing role of investigations lawyers. Clarissa shares her experiences of the dawn raid at the property investment firm owned by Vincent Tchenguiz. David discusses representing Dr Beatt in his whistleblowing case. Together they share their thoughts on the FCA’s suggestion of regulating firms for Diversity & Inclusion, the impact of wider cultural influences on the UK workforce & DAC Beachcroft’s multi-disciplinary investigations department.