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CMS_LawTax_Negative_28-10 Catch up with our webinars of 2021 Begin March 2021
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Catch up on the latest legal changes with
recordings from our recent webinars
To help you stay up to date with changes in law and regulation, CMS hosts regular webinars
and podcasts on a range of topic areas. This document gives you links to recently recorded
sessions, so that you can catch up at a time that suits you.
As well as providing timely and practical insight into current legal and sector issues, recorded sessions may help you
meet your regulatory training requirements. Many CPD and CLE regimes allow catch up recordings to count
towards CPD and CLE hours targets.
Please contact the CMS Client Training Team if you have any queries:
I have a query about CPD
Look out for more webinars and podcasts in our 2021 programme:
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Claire Walker Tycho Orton
Head of Client Training Client Training Co-ordinator
T +44 20 7067 3174 T +44 20 7367 2491
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What we’re covering
Rebound & Remodel: The future of work > Sustainability & climate change > Risk, Resilience & Reputation > Advertising Marketing & Consumer >
Corporate > Disputes > Employment & Pensions > Energy >
Financial Services > Hotels & Leisure > Intellectual Property: Insights Series > Life Sciences & Healthcare >
Real Estate, Construction & Planning > Tax > Technology, Media & Telecoms > Culture, Diversity and Skills >
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The future of work
Rebound & Remodel: Data protection compliance Technology challenges with Your HR roadmap to the
The Future of Work in a new landscape: don’t let remote working new norm
COVID-19 mask your
responsibilities to data
subjects!
5 mins July 2020 8 mins July 2020 10 mins July 2020
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60 mins July 2020
As organisations look towards recovery and adapting to the new landscape they are faced with lots of
uncertainty and challenges. One certainty is that changes to the workplace and workforce are inevitable. Health & safety: what to Real estate and planning: The Future Is Now: The
How do organisations reshape and strive to emerge stronger following the pandemic and beyond?
expect in the months ahead office demand, planning and Future of Work in the UK
Our Future of Work series will look in depth at the different areas organisations will need to think about relocation post COVID-19
and deliver a series of know-how videos to support in these areas.
In this launch webinar, you will hear from our diverse expert panel who will share their views on this very
topical area. Our speakers will outline the key consideration for organisations as we look, not just at the
immediate recovery phase, but the longer term future of work and the workplace.
Topics for discussion will include:
1. T he workplace – the influence of technology and AI, agile working trends, changing attitudes to the
office environment, health and safety considerations and how these all impact what the workplace of
the future will look like;
2. T he workforce – the human elements of work, work/life balance, community, wellbeing & culture and 9 mins July 2020 15 mins July 2020 60 mins December 2020
the interplay with performance in this new environment; and
3. T he infrastructure of work – crucial as organisations look further ahead, we will consider emerging Register for the UK session here.
trends in transport/infrastructure in cities. To access this recording click: here To access this recording click: here Register for other sessions in this
international series here.
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Sustainability and climate change
Future Facing Disputes: ESG Exchange Risk Essentials:
Climate Change climate change risk
60 mins February 2021 60 mins June 2020
CMS’s Litigation, Arbitration, Climate change is an enormous
Insurance and Employment and multifaceted risk. No sector,
(“LAIE”) Associates discuss the or area of the economy, is immune
business and litigation risks to the enormous changes ahead.
presented by climate change. Climate policy, law and litigation is
Reviewing recent trends in this 30 mins March 2021 developing at increasing pace at all
growing area, our speakers provide levels including sector, regional,
an overview of the legal, financial, ESG (environmental, social and governance) issues are increasingly recognised as national and international levels.
reputational and cultural issues interrelated business risks, critical to long-term shareholder value and business Pressure and expectation of
associated with climate change, resilience, that require to be monitored at board level. The pandemic has investor and other stakeholders
consider potential future accelerated the ESG agenda, and as we look forward to 2021 and the steps is mounting. The demand for
developments, and share practical needed to rebuild our economy, climate risk and responsible business principles monitoring, reporting and filing of
tips to mitigate future risks. feature heavily in boardroom discussions. ESG Exchange brings together a range emissions is increasing at significant
of CMS lawyers and experts to discuss the real world implications of ESG rates. The legal and commercial
To access this webinar recording through a series of weekly 30 minute conversations running throughout March risks are significant. This session
click: here 2021. CMS experts and guests will explore the practical issues which are faced will contextualise the breadth and
by businesses arising out of supply chain issues, business ethics, employment depth of climate law risks, and in
practices, board behaviour, and safety & security practices. doing so dispel many myths and
then look at perspectives from the
To gain insights that will help shape your organisation’s ESG agenda and Finance and Insurance sectors,
minimise business risk, register to join the conversation here. which in turn span a number of
other sectors.
To access this webinar recording
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Risk, Resilience and Reputation (1/3) More
Risk Essentials: handling Risk Essentials: Trends and Risk Essentials: Finding a Risk Essentials: internal Risk Essentials: future facing
shareholder and joint recent developments in purpose – the changing investigations – the people commercial contracts
venture disputes - how to M&A Disputes landscape of privilege dimension
protect value, positions and
relationships in sensitive
disputes
60 mins January 2021 60 mins November 2020 60 mins November 2020 60 mins November 2020
60 mins February 2021 Our expert panel will share insights The courts have continued to produce There has been a sharp rise in In this webinar, we will take a look at
and provide practical guidance on new decisions on privilege over the organisations conducting internal some significant trends and issues facing
Some disputes have the potential key issues that arise in M&A last couple of years, with common investigations in recent years. A greater commercial contract parties in the
to significantly disrupt strategic Disputes, including: Market trends threads including the distinction focus on culture and governance, more post-COVID world.
operations. Shareholder and joint in M&A risk allocation techniques between legal and commercial robust regulatory regimes and an
— Good faith case update: a number
venture disputes can risk causing including W&I (warranty and considerations in litigation, and how increase in whistleblowing have all been
of recent court decisions have
more harm to a business than the indemnity) insuranceNotices, time the courts approach the exercise of contributing factors. There are a number
focused on concepts of good faith
dispute itself. Unless handled limits and claim preparation, determining the dominant purpose of of legal issues to consider right at the
– we will review the key issues in
delicately from the earliest stage, including learnings from recent a communication. Our panel will share very outset and throughout the process.
this developing area of the law.
these disputes can rapidly escalate cases Issues with claims insights into the practical implications In addition to legal privilege and data
quantification To access this of these decisions and how businesses protection, employment law and people — Managing supplier contracts: many
and can be particularly difficult to
recording click: here may need to adjust to this new management issues play a part. The suppliers are in an economically
resolve consensually. Specific
landscape. process of interviewing witnesses, vulnerable position following the
approaches are required in
confidentiality and the possibility of pandemic and resulting lockdowns
handling shareholder and joint
To access this webinar recording click: disciplinary sanctions all need to be – we will examine the legal,
venture disputes. The session
here addressed. In this session we focus on practical and reputational issues
includes:
the people side of running an internal that may arise.
— essential issues for corporate investigation, and shares his insights on — How to sign contracts when
counsel conducting investigations remotely. socially distanced: execution of
— how to avoid common early documents has presented
pitfalls To access this webinar recording click: challenges during the pandemic –
here we will discuss e-signature and
— strategies for early resolution
other measures adopted to
— recent developments. overcome these challenges: what
does this mean for completions in
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here
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Risk, Resilience and Reputation (2/3) More
Risk Essentials: Navigating the Risk Essentials: Know what Risk Essentials: contractual Risk Essentials: reputation Risk Essentials: Start as you
new workplace landscape – you’re signing up for – obligations – developing the management in Scotland mean to go on – using early
managing employment, data damages in commercial New Normal dispute management to set
and conduct risks contracts yourself up for success
60 mins September 2020 60 mins September 2020 60 mins July 2020 60 mins June 2020 60 mins June 2020
Before COVID-19 struck, many Our panel brings some clarity to the In this webinar we look ahead to In this session we will take a No matter how carefully you
employers publicly endorsed flexible and often-confusing area of contractual what the New Normal for contract practical look at: developments manage your relationships with
agile working, but the practical reality of damages. Key issues considered in obligations may look like after the in defamation including the employees, customers and third
the Government’s lockdown meant that this session include: COVID19 crisis, with a particular Defamation (Scotland) Bill and parties, it is an unfortunate fact
many were forced to adopt radical new focus on good faith concepts recent case law; lessons learned of life that all businesses have to
— direct versus indirect losses
ways of working in highly challenging emerging under English contract law. in dealing with social media face disputes from time to time.
circumstances. As lockdown has eased, — liquidated damages and and press issues; and crisis That does not mean you have no
many businesses and employees either penalties The session includes: a review of management practicalities. control over how they develop or
cannot, or do not want to, go back to — the minimum obligation rule the current law in this area; an how they are resolved. This session
their old way of working. Whether or overview of external reactions to To access this webinar recording will help you to manage disputes
— the interplay between contract
not your business is embracing this the crisis; consideration of the click: here effectively from day one. The
and insurance policy.
change, these new ways of working policies, legislation, procedural session will include: What to do
create significant opportunities as well changes and ideas that have when a claim first hits your desk;
To access this webinar recording
as risks for organisations. emerged from these discussions; managing costs; and choosing
click: here
and our thoughts on how these the field of combat: litigation,
In this webinar we explore the risks various elements may collectively arbitration or ADR?
arising from these changes that shape the future development of
businesses may face. Our experts look at the law in this area. To access this webinar recording
issues such as the changing employment click: here
law landscape, how to protect customer To access this webinar recording
and staff personal data and ensure click: here
effective cyber security, as well as
heightened risks around individual
conduct and corruption when staff are
no longer under management’s
watchful eye.
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Risk Essentials: Liquidated damages, Risk Essentials:
climate change risk covenants to pay and Trade Secrets and Confidential information:
penalty clauses – how the risks and rewards of a hidden asset
far can you go?
60 mins June 2020 60 mins April 2020 60 mins March 2020
Climate change is an enormous In recent years, the courts have The regime for protection of confidentiality and trade secrets
and multifaceted risk. No sector, developed a new approach to changed in the summer of 2018. The legislative impact was
or area of the economy, is immune distinguishing between liquidated minimal, but the subtlety of change belies the significant shift
to the enormous changes ahead. damages provisions and penalty in both exposure and opportunity. We will use a case study to
Climate policy, law and litigation is clauses. Rather than whether or consider the risk and reward arising from trade secrets and
developing at increasing pace at all not the amount payable is a confidentiality in the UK and beyond.
levels including sector, regional, genuine pre-estimate of a party’s
national and international levels. loss, the focus is now on whether The risk of unlawful publication or misuse is now much
Pressure and expectation of the payment provision is a primary greater – definitions are clearer, and the enforcement measures
investor and other stakeholders or secondary obligation. This is are now cross-border and far reaching. There is a more
is mounting. The demand for intended to be a more flexible substantial risk exposure in acquiring trade secrets or other
monitoring, reporting and filing of and commercial test – but how confidential information from third parties, in particular arising
emissions is increasing at significant successful has it been in delivering from incoming employees or corporate acquisitions.
rates. The legal and commercial on those aims? Our panel will
risks are significant. This session explore the case law and offer tips The commercial rewards are greater too. An asset which has greater
will contextualise the breadth and for achieving contractual certainty. protection has greater value for shareholders. But cultural changes
depth of climate law risks, and in to protecting trade secrets and confidential information can be
doing so dispel many myths and To access this webinar recording slow to develop, and we will consider how to best identify and
then look at perspectives from the click: here capture these assets within an organisation. The law requires
Finance and Insurance sectors, businesses to proactively take steps to maintain confidentiality
which in turn span a number of in order to qualify for protection. We will consider the legal,
other sectors. technical and human measures which can be deployed to
maximise protection, as well as techniques which could be
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Advertising, Marketing & Consumer
Consumer & Retail Conference: Advertising & Marketing Series
Alternative Futures
60 mins October 2020 Our annual Advertising & Marketing Conference goes online with series of
events providing updates on legal and regulatory issues affecting the advertising
and marketing sector.
Whether it’s COVID-19, heightened
environmental concerns, or global To access all sessions in this series click here
social justice movements, Consumer &
Retail companies have faced a year of
Digital advertising in the ASA round-up
reckoning. Success in this new world
competition spotlight
means remodelling businesses and
some deep corporate soul searching. 60mins December 2020 60mins November 2020
This year, over two one hour webinars,
we take a look at some of the forces To access this webinar recording click: To access this webinar recording click:
driving these changes and the here here
‘alternative futures’ for the sector.
Working with Influencers – Q&A with ASA Chief Executive,
To access this recording, click here for an insider’s perspective Guy Parker
session 1 and here for session 2 60mins December 2020 60mins November 2020
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An embattled sector emerging
from a crisis
60mins November 2020
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Corporate (1/2) More
Corporate 101 Surgery UK FDI and merger control in 2021 and beyond Advising the Board in a time of Tech Exit Triage
crisis – the impact of COVID-19
on boardroom governance,
directors’ duties and liabilities
60 mins January 2021 60 mins December 2020 60 mins June 2020 60 mins May 2020
Corporate law can be very technical. The highest In this webinar we discuss: Companies are facing unprecedented Our Tech Exit Triage webinar, being held in
risk areas are likely those where you don’t know challenges as a result of the COVID-19 conjunction with technology M&A advisory
1. T
he proposed scope of the UK’s new foreign direct
what you don’t know. Often you are not even pandemic, which in turn requires specialists Hampleton Partners, is aimed at
investment (FDI) control regime as set out in the
aware of a problem until it becomes a problem. directors to take stock of their duties the owners of tech businesses starting to
National Security and Investment (NSI) Bill:
Unfortunately, that is frequently during due and potential liabilities in new and look beyond COVID-19 and planning on
diligence for M&A or a fundraising round, — What sectors and deals are likely to be vulnerable to scrutiny. untested ways. The draft Corporate selling in the next 12-18 months. We will
when lawyers pour over your dataroom. They ask — How the regime is not confined to non-UK parties but will Insolvency and Governance Bill focus on uncovering and remediating the
questions about transactions that took place capture UK buyers. provides yet further issues to be key issues running up to the decision to
3 years prior: “Did you attach the buyback considered in this context. Our panel start a sale process that can make the
— How the proposed hybrid mandatory and voluntary
agreement to the resolution?”, “Did you will outline the key issues and risk difference between a successful exit and a
notification regime will work.
circulate the resolution to all eligible areas that directors should bear in frustrating and disappointing experience.
shareholders?” “Did you get s.431 election — What powers the Government has, and the retrospective mind when navigating these uncertain
In this session we’ll touch on:
notices signed?” etc. Sometimes these technical nature of the Bill. times, and will provide some practical
issues amount to nothing, and sometimes they tips to help when advising board — Reviewing key customer contracts for
— How to integrate UK FDI into strategic planning for regulatory
can become value adjustment items. But they members on these issues. change of control provisions.
clearance, and how we can help.
are all easily avoidable, once you know what — Carrying out an IP health check to ensure
to watch out for. 2. How the CMA intends to police mergers post-Brexit: To access this recording that ownership of valuable IP is not
— What it will mean to have a twin-track of potential please click: here challenged.
To help you learn what to watch out for,
partners from CMS’ Transaction Team will notifications to the CMA and the European Commission.
— Ensuring that your company’s share
draw on past projects as they discuss: — What you need to know about the CMA’s increasingly ownership is definitive.
— the issues that often fall within the aggressive stance in reviewing UK mergers.
— Better understanding your company’s tax
“don’t know” category; — What are the key issues that the CMA scrutinises in merger affairs to see whether anything would
— why it is important that General reviews. concern a potential buyer.
Counsels get it right; and 3. P
ractical steps to mitigate your risks should you need — Considering matters in respect of your
— how to get it right. to make notifications under either the foreign company’s source code and operational
investment or merger control rules. systems.
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Corporate (2/2) Back
European M&A Study 2020
2 mins March 2020
Described by clients as “a uniquely rich and
invaluable resource for deal makers across
Europe”, the 12th edition of our annual
market study analyses over 5000 of the
latest M&A transactions. Its findings will
help dealmakers prepare for negotiations
by analysing market trends and comparing
standard approaches across a range of issues
including liability caps, warranty and
indemnity insurance and earn out provisions.
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Disputes
CMS Facing the Future of CMS Disputes Digest #1: CMS Disputes Talk #5: Core
International Arbitration #1 - Identifying the governing law of strategic decisions when
ICC Rules arbitration agreements starting an arbitration -
perspectives from and for in-
house counsel
27 mins February 2021 19 mins February 2021
In the first episode we look into the This session explores the significance 60 mins February 2021
changes to the ICC rules focusing on of the law governing the arbitration
efficiency, flexibility and transparency. agreement and how you determine it. Ducks in a row or herding cats? Our
Get up to speed with the latest UK team examines the crucial phase at the
To access this recording please click: Supreme Court decision and hear start of arbitral proceedings, in which
here about the approaches from other procedural decisions are made that will
places like Singapore, Switzerland, influence the conduct of the
Germany and France. proceedings, and the strategies and
tactics that influence such decisions.
To access this recording please click: Our expert panelists will offer diverse
here perspectives to the discussion,
examining the various issues from the
viewpoint of in-house counsel, external
counsel and arbitrator.
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Disputes 101 Series
In this series, the CMS litigation & arbitration team introduce you to key essentials on topics relevant to disputes, to help improve your understanding of the fundamental aspects of the disputes process,
from litigation and arbitration to mediation and settlements. From understanding how to better communicate in a contentious environment to exploring the possibilities of alternative dispute resolution
and analysing the fundamentals of reputation management, this series is aimed at in-house lawyers and non-lawyers at all levels of experience, regardless of business or sector area.
You can access all recordings, and register for future sessions, in this 9 nine part series here.
Introduction to Civil Litigation Communicating in a Introduction to ADR, Mediation Jurisdiction and Choice of Law Evidence
Contentious Environment and Settlement
60 mins September 2020 60 mins September 2020 60 mins September 2020 60 mins October 2020 60 mins October 2020
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Emergency Measures Reputation Management Regulatory Action and Public Enforcement Conducting virtual hearings:
Law Claims everything you wanted to know
but were afraid to ask
60 mins September 2020 60 mins October 2020 60 mins November 2020 60 mins November 2020 60 mins November 2020
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Employment & Pensions (1/3) More
The Lifecycle of Employment The Lifecycle of Employment The Lifecycle of Employment The Lifecycle of Employment War of the worlds: home
Tribunal Litigation Series: Tribunal Litigation Series: Tribunal Litigation Series: The ‘ins Tribunal Litigation Series: Receipt of working, office working and
Judgment Day Winning witness evidence and outs’ of documentary evidence a claim – get off on the right foot the diversity agenda
30 mins Februrary 2021 30 mins Februrary 2021 30 mins January 2021 30 mins January 2021 60 mins November 2020
The final webinar in this series will The importance of witness evidence Documentary evidence is a crucial part of This series covers the lifecycle of employment For many industries, working from home
prepare you for the full hearing. We will cannot be understated. A well- the employment tribunal process and the tribunal litigation. Our four 30 minute has been the “new normal” for over six
explore the practical arrangements for the prepared witness can tip the balance contemporaneous record can make or sessions will take you through the issues months and this enforced change has
hearing, apply the finishing touches to in your favour. We will discuss the break your case. We will be considering the to consider from the point at which a significantly accelerated a longer-term
your defence and enable you to put your ‘art’ of preparing a compelling ‘ins and outs’ of disclosure, tackling tricky dispute looks likely to become litigious move towards flexible working. Whilst
best foot forward at the employment witness statement and offer tips on areas such as privilege and redactions, and to receipt of the employment tribunal most of the focus has been on the many
tribunal – the end is in sight! getting the best evidence possible how data subject access requests interact decision. It is aimed at those in your positives of this new world of home
from your witnesses as they prepare with the litigation process. organisation for whom employment working, there are a number of unintended
To access this recording click: here for their big day. tribunal litigation is new or who would consequences from a gender perspective:
To access this recording click: here welcome a refresher. how do employers stop offices becoming
To access this recording click: here “men’s dens”? How do they ensure that
We will map out the initial stages and opportunities are allocated fairly, rather
considerations in employment tribunal than being given to the employees that
proceedings. From navigating ACAS managers have a daily chat with at the
early conciliation to preparing and office coffee machine? How do employers
submitting a response to dealing with balance the worlds of home working and
preliminary hearings – here’s what you office working?
need to know!
As employers revisit their strategies for
To access this recording click: here office working, it’s important that they
consider the impact that their future
workplace model will have on gender
equality. It’s not an easy area but in this
session you will hear from our diverse
expert panel who will share their views
on this very topical area.
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Preparing for IR35 (again) – TUPE in a post Protecting business when Employment webinar: Data Family friendly rights and Lunchtime lockdown
and other upcoming lockdown world employees move on protection issues in the protections in lockdown learning: whistleblowing
employment law changes Covid-era employment and return to work
relationship
45 mins November 2020 30 mins August 2020 30 mins August 2020
In this session we share our insights In this session we provide a round- Whether leaving through 30 mins July 2020 30 mins July 2020 30 mins June 2020
on what should be on your up of recent developments in TUPE redundancy or for other
organisation’s project planner for both in the context of COVID-19 reasons, departing employees This webinar covers some of the In this session, we consider the In this session we look at why
2021, including: the Employment Bill; and more generally. We will potentially pose a risk to an key data protection issues that impact which the COVID-19 employers will need to be
and the reforms to the off payroll consider the potential impact of employer’s business where they employers should be thinking pandemic has had on working particularly aware of
working rules (IR35) for the private furlough by the outgoing employer engage in competitive about as workplaces adjust to a families, key rights and protections whistleblowing issues during
sector which will become a reality on the incoming employer, TUPE activities post termination. The new normal, including testing in in place for working parents/carers lockdown and when staff
for employers from April 2021. These in insolvency situations and the final webinar in our series will the workplace, storing data about and some of the tricky questions return to the workplace with
will introduce a significant shift in the potential overlap with collective look at the role of post an employee’s health and the which employers may be facing as the heightened awareness
tax risk for end user clients and redundancy consultation. termination restrictions in challenges of data security when those employees start to return to and sensitivity around health
potentially lead to increased costs. business protection, how they employees are working from the workplace. The session will and safety compliance and
To access this recording click: here are enforced and some home. also touch on future cultural issues government guidance. In the
To access this recording click: here common pitfalls that impact which we anticipate will be session we will also look at
their effectiveness. We will To access this webinar recording, important to both working families how to identify a whistle-
also consider how an employer click: here and businesses. blower, the legal protections
might audit its current business that apply to them and
protection measures and To access this webinar recording, practical steps for how to
address any identified gaps. click: here handle a whistleblowing
complaint, including some
To access this recording click: examples of particular issues
here that may arise in the current
crisis.
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Lunchtime lockdown learning: Lunchtime lockdown learning: Lunchtime lockdown Lunchtime lockdown Internal investigations in
contractual issues planning for the new normal learning: considering learning: dealing with HR practices – UK focus
post lockdown the collective consultation mental health issues
employment law implications during and post lockdown
30 mins June 2020 60 mins May 2020 30 mins May 2020 30 mins May 2020 45 mins May 2020
In this session we focus on Our experts will guide you through In this session we will look at This session will be of particular Our international webinar series continues with a focus on
contractual issues, for example, the employment law issues arising the implementation of large- relevance to those getting ready the UK. It’s Sunday afternoon and you have just looked at
when withdrawing offers of from the government guidance scale redundancies which, for the return to work of staff your company email. An anonymous person has sent you
employment and contractual on returning to work from the unfortunately, seem likely to be in the short term. Employers information that your star sales manager is stealing money
liabilities in terminating employment. lockdown, which is expected to a reality for many businesses. will need to be prepared to from the company, has harassed other employees, and has
We will also consider the contractual be published on Sunday 10 May. This session will include a recap deal with the anxiety and, in probably passed proprietary information to the competitor…
changes that may be necessary as a Although the health and safety on collective consultation some cases trauma, that staff Is that true? How do you get to the bottom of this? What
result of the easing of the lockdown of staff is the main risk area for requirements, tips for how may have endured during the should you do? Internal threats can cause as much damage
restrictions – changes to working employers, there are a number employers should conduct lockdown period as well the as those from the outside. But a quick and good reaction can
hours, shift patterns, annual leave of other legal issues to consider collective consultation virtually mental health repercussions for help your organisation mitigate the bad effects. In this
and place of work may all be a depending on your proposed with staff and novel issues to those worried about the return international webinar series, our CMS experts will provide
necessary consequence and next steps. consider as a result of staff to the workplace. insight on how to run internal investigations in your country
where these cannot be achieved being furloughed. and provide answers to these questions: What are the
consensually, employers will need We will discuss a range of To access this webinar do’s and don’ts? What are the best practices? What recent
to consider alternative options. challenging areas regarding the To access this webinar recording click: here developments are there?
return to work, including the recording click: here
To access this webinar recording process for bringing staff back To access this recording click: here
click: here off furlough, whether contractual
changes are necessary for longer
term arrangements, how to deal
with staged returns and the
employment law impact of
test and trace.
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Pensions podcasts (1/4) More
CMS Pensions Lawcast is our podcast series aimed at pensions trustees. We look ahead at key issues developing in the pensions sector, with a focus on what trustees need to know and what you need to do.
You can access all our episodes, and subscribe for future episodes, here.
CMS Pensions LawCast CMS Pensions LawCast Episode 17 – Episode 16 – Episode 15 – Episode 14 – Defined Benefit
Episode 19: ESG 1 Episode 18: Master trusts 3 Master Trusts #2 Update on the year ahead The Pensions Ombudsman Member Options and Liability
Management
23 mins February 2021 17 mins February 2021 15 mins January 2021 19 mins January 2021 20 mins December 2020 22 mins November 2020
This is the first episode in our In this episode our team provide The CMS Pensions LawCast In this episode our speakers provide an In this episode our speakers discuss In this episode speakers from CMS
ESG series. In particular, this an update on Master Trusts. This is looks ahead at the key issues update on the year ahead, including: trends they are seeing coming out of are joined by Abigail Currie from
session explores: the final episode in our Master developing in the pensions the Pensions Ombudsman. In Willis Towers Watson to discuss
— Pension Schemes Act;
Trust series. In particular, the sector, with a specific focus on particular we look at: Defined Benefit Member Options
— what is ESG investing, and
group looks at: what you need to know, and — Funding; and Liability Management. In
why does it matter? — A shift in approach to resolving
practically, what you need to — Consolidator Vehicles; particular, we look at:
— legal developments on the complaints through informal
— recent developments do. In this episode our speakers
horizon — GMP Equalisation; and dispute resolution; — Background and evolution in
— issues for trustees: DWP provide an update on Master use of liability management
— how to address the small pots Trusts. This is episode 2 in a 3 — Investment and Governance. — Key trends arising out of
Consultation “Taking action exercises to increase member
problem part series on Master Trusts. In TPO determinations; and
on climate risk: improving options;
governance and reporting by — changes to the general levy particular, the group looks at: Listen to the podcast: here — Pension scams.
— Ongoing considerations for — Specific options available – PIE,
occupational pension coming to master trusts
trustees of master trusts; transfer exercises and small
schemes” Listen to the podcast: here
— government response to the lump sums;
— scope review of the default fund charge — How trustee governance
works in a master trust; — What’s happening in practice;
cap
— penalties for non- and
compliance — what is best practice for a DC — The opportunities for and
risks with engagement — How to maximise success.
master trust?
— proposals
with members; and
— issues for asset managers: Listen to the podcast: here
To access this recording — Considerations relating to
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— what else is in the potential development of
pipeline? the default fund.
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Episode 13 – Episode 12 – Pensions Episode 11 – Episode 10 – Episode 9 –
Master Trusts Regulator Investigations Bulk Annuities DB Consolidators Longevity Swaps
23 mins November 2020 20 mins October 2020 21 mins October 2020 12 mins September 2020 32 mins September 2020
In this episode our speakers discuss In this episode our speakers discuss This is the final episode in a three- This is the second episode in a three- In this episode our CMS speakers are
Master Trusts. In particular, we the investigatory powers of The part series on pensions de-risking. In part series on pensions de-risking. In joined by panellists from Willis Towers
look at: Pensions Regulator. In particular we this episode speakers from CMS are this episode discuss our speakers Watson and Prudential Financial, Inc. to
look at: joined by Uzma Nazir from the discuss DB Consolidators. discuss longevity swaps. In particular, we
— What is a Master Trust?;
Pension Insurance Corporation to look at:
— Current powers; In particular, the group looks at:
— Recent developments; and discuss Bulk Annuities. In particular,
— What is longevity risk and what is a
— Future developments; and we look at: — Stakeholders;
— Transferring to a Master Trust. longevity swap?
— Practical experience and tips. — Market updates; — TPR guidance for those setting
— What determines if / when schemes
Listen to the podcast: here up and running a DB superfund;
— Residual risks; undertake a longevity swap or buy-in?
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— TPR guidance for trustees; and
— PPF v FSCS cover; and — What is the legal structure of a
— TPR guidance for employers. longevity swap?
— Fixed protection.
— Market activity and factors driving
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— COVID-19 - Should trustees defer
longevity swaps or other de-risking
transactions
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Episode 8 – Episode 7 – Episode 6 – Corporate Episode 5 – Episode 4 –
Litigation ESG Insolvency & Governance Act Pension Schemes Bill RPI reform
34 mins September 2020 21 mins August 2020 34 mins August 2020 20 mins July 2020 20 mins July 2020
In this episode our CMS speakers are In our seventh episode we discuss In our sixth episode we discuss the In our fifth episode we discuss the In our fourth episode we discuss RPI
joined by panellists from Robbins ESG aspects of pensions investment. Corporate Insolvency & Governance Pension Schemes Bill. In particular, reform. In particular, the we look at:
Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP to In particular, we look at: Act. In particular, we look at: we look at:
— Recent cases and implications
discuss pensions litigation. In
— Non-financial factors — Moratorium — Criminal offences
particular, we look at: — Consultation on proposed
— What’s in the pipeline? — Super-priority — The paper trail’ and changes
— Types of pensions claims
protecting yourself
— Disclosure Regulation — Restructuring plan — Impact of the reform and
— Part 7
— Scheme funding and what trustees should consider
— Implications for DB Schemes
— Part 8 investment
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— US perspective - class actions
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Episode 3 – Episode 2 – Governance Episode 1 –
Pension transfers and agile decision making Reducing Contributions
15 mins June 2020 16 mins June 2020 18 mins May 2020
In our third episode we discuss issues In our second episode we discuss In our first episode we discuss
related to pension transfers from governance and agile decision deferring contributions to DB and
occupational pension schemes. In making in current circumstances. In DC schemes. In particular we look at
particular we look at: particular we look at:
— What is ordinarily required?
— The impact of COVID-19 — Trustee decision-making in
— Deferring DB Contributions
lockdown
— Issues for DB and DC schemes
— Deferring DC Contributions
— Executing documents in
— Scams
lockdown
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Developing and operating CMS Renewables Scotland: the future What EU policy means Scotland: the Energy transition – evolution The Future Of
hydrogen projects Guide Launch Event of renewables for hydrogen projects future or revolution? The role Renewables
of renewables of oil and gas companies
in a net-zero future
60 mins February 2021 60 mins January 2021 60 mins October 2020 60 mins September 2020 60 mins March 2020 60 mins January 2020 55 mins March 2020
In this episode of our hydrogen Marking the launch of In this session we look at Has the time come for In this session, our In this session our Energy Team In this session we
webinar series, we take a closer our latest global Expert developments in the embracing the role that panellists take a look review the findings of a look at the
look at developing and operating Guide on Renewable renewables industry in hydrogen will play in the net- at the key early stage research by Capital Economics developments in the
hydrogen projects. What Energy, speakers from Scotland over the last six zero future? Renewable consenting, real estate into the energy transition renewables industry
commercial, technical and legal CMS and the energy months and consider what technologies are expanding and regulatory strategies of 15 of the world’s in Scotland over the
aspects are important to consider sector discuss the may be in store in 2021 and bringing with them new system considerations for largest oil & gas companies. It last
for these types of capital heavy latest developments, beyond. Our speakers from management issues; cities seek demonstration or includes consideration of: the year and what 2020
projects? What lessons can be key trends CMS and from Ikigai will mobility and heating solutions commercial scale drivers behind strategy (and beyond) may
learned from these innovative and share their focus on: which do not adversely impact development of adaptations; the ways in which have in store. In
pioneers? expectations for the the local air quality; and the hydrogen or carbon capex allocation is changing; particular, this session
— Developing hydrogen
future of the global hard to decarbonise sectors are capture usage and and bull and bear projections. will cover: The Energy
projects in Scotland: real
We build on our previous renewable energy looking to hydrogen as the key storage projects. Transition, The Hype
estate and consenting
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considerations;
Means for Hydrogen Projects and Our speakers explore national and international To access this here Carbon Capture and
Hydrogen projects: What’s ahead the renewable — Bankable climate change goals. webinar recording Storage, A look
in Asia Pacific? to focus on the landscape and decarbonisation of Governments and policy click: here forward to COP26,
practical and commercial as well as the critical national makers around the world are and ScotWind and
considerations of developing opportunities and infrastructure; ramping up efforts to bring Round 4 update.
projects against a changing issues that arise for — Habitats update: key forward policies that will
policy landscape. renewable energy risks / opportunities facilitate the growth of To access this
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Focusing on Fairness: FCA Focussing on Fairness: fair Focussing on Fairness: Fair Focussing on Fairness: Culture and
priorities for the year ahead value products and prices Value In A Digital Age Governance To Deliver Fair Outcomes
60 mins July 2020 60 mins September 2020 60 mins October 2020 60 mins October 2020
‘Fairness’ is set to become the In this webinar we discuss one of the The FCA has seen greater The FCA wants firms to foster healthy cultures
regulatory buzzword for 2020 as FCA’s key areas priorities for 2020 as digitalisation of the firms it regulates where conduct and fair outcomes are at the
the pandemic continues to shed a it focuses on fair value high quality and expects the social changes forefront of their businesses. In this webinar
new light on firms’ business models. products and distribution networks driven by coronavirus to accelerate we will look how culture and governance can
In this, the first of a series of and returns to consider fairness the development of digital markets. support positive customer outcomes,
webinars looking at fairness, we will aspects of price discrimination In this webinar we look at how focussing on product distribution,
look at how firms need to put once more. digital innovation can drive positive digitalisation and price discrimination.
consumer interests at the foundation customer outcomes and maintain
of their business models and culture To access this webinar recording, fair treatment of all customers. To access this recording, click: here
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1. F air value products and
distribution networks
2. F airness aspects of price
discrimination
3. D
igitalisation of firms –
fair value in a digital age
4. C
ulture and governance
to deliver fair outcomes
5. Operational resilience
to protect customers
We will continue the series in
September with five webinars
looking at each of these topics
in more detail.
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FS Breakfast Seminar Update: ISDA IBOR Fallbacks and Risk Essentials: finance Anti Money Laundering Regulatory Update: Covid,
Brexit, Covid, Connaught & Supplement disputes – latest developments Update Brexit, cyber and more
London Capital: the future of and upcoming issues
UK financial regulation
60 mins December 2020 60 mins November 2020 60 mins June 2020 60 mins June 2020
60 mins February 2021 In this session, specialists from our Our Finance Disputes panellists will The anti-money laundering regime In this session we look at current
Finance Practice will provide an look at three key risk areas in relation has been an important part of hot topics, including: how Covid
In this webinar, we take stock of the overview of the ISDA IBOR Fallbacks to the world of finance. This session financial services regulation for many 19 is changing the regulatory
current hurricane of regulatory Protocol and Supplement, including is suitable for all attendees whether years. The regime has also changed landscape; regulatory co-
change: an update on adherence to the you work in the financial services over time, most recently with the ordination – the new dawn?;
protocol, followed by a discussion of sector or not: Cryptoassets: an implementation of the 5th Money Brexit – how the diverging
— the post-Brexit opportunities the key factors market participants introduction to this topic and some Laundering Directive (5MLD) earlier negotiating positions will impact
the Government is seizing to will want to take into account as of the legal tools available and key this year. This legislation made financial services; regulatory
streamline UK regulation they consider the role of the Protocol developments before the English various changes to the AML regime expectations of data
— the PRA’s and the FCA’s and Supplement as part of their courts; LIBOR transition: all and extended the scope to include management and cyber
refreshed priorities – a mix of IBOR transition plans. businesses will be affected by the businesses that carry on crypto response; and enforcement &
business as usual plus some new discontinuation of LIBOR as a related activities. In this Financial financial crime – the latest
themes Our programme will include: the benchmark interest rate in 2021. Services webinar we will provide a developments.
relative merits of Protocol adherence We will tell you what you need to summary of: a firm’s obligations in
— the FCA’s refreshed approach
and a bespoke bilateral approach to know about this topic and identify relation to anti-money laundering; To access this recording
to culture and fairness,
derivatives transition; practical and the key risk areas; Securities the new requirements that apply click: here
accelerated by its pandemic
legal barriers to adherence for litigation: we will look at the under the UK’s implementation of
experience
certain market participants; and types of claims typically available to 5MLD; the application of 5MLD to
— a refreshed focus on senior potential areas for litigation or liability shareholders and investors, the risks crypto related businesses; legal status
manager responsibility arising in connection with the for public companies and reasons of crypto assets; update on law
— how the two Christmas-Eve Protocol and IBOR transition more for the increase in these types of enforcement use of the new
reports of failed regulation will generally. claims together with the key issues suspicion-based powers to freeze
trigger a new approach to that arise. and recover unlawful property.
supervision To help you better understand the
background to LIBOR transition, To access this recording click: here To access this recording click: here
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Financial services Operational resilience: Structured Finance and Capital
regulatory update assessing your tolerances Market Webinar Series
60 mins March 2020 35 mins February 2020
An update on current regulatory The ability of firms and the financial
developments, looking in particular sector as a whole to prevent, adapt
at: The post-Brexit agenda – policy and respond to, and recover and
options, redefining regulation & learn from operational disruptions
market access; The FCA’s sector will be an area of heightened
focus – common & specific regulatory scrutiny in 2020. The FCA,
requirements; Culture, diversity & PRA and Bank of England have Our webinar series looks at three topical Green Bonds, Social Bonds
non-financial misconduct; Handling issued consultations on improving issues, starting with Green Bonds. And Sustainability Bonds
regulatory change – LIBOR as a financial stability in the UK markets The bond markets can play an essential 60mins January 2019
model; Risk & its management – through operational resilience. In this role in attracting private capital to
evolving requirements; and Three session we give a high level overview finance the transition to a sustainable To access this webinar recording
horizon scans – duty of care, climate of the proposals in the consultation global economy. click: here
change & trends in enforcement. papers and what these might mean
for firms. Since the publication in January 2014 An Update On The
To access this recording click: here of the original Green Bond Principles, Securitisation Regulation
To access this recording click: here Green Bonds, Social bonds and
Sustainability Bonds confirmed their 60mins February 2019
dynamic and appeal for companies
and investors. We will discuss the last To access this webinar recording
evolutions on the market, explain the click: here
four components of such instruments
(Use of Proceeds, Process for Project The Prospectus Regulation
Evaluation and Selection, Management 60min February 2019
of Proceeds and Reporting) and how
they are taken into account in the legal To access this webinar recording
documentation. click: here
Our panel includes Nicholas Pfaff of
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