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HL PensionsPod | Episode 26 | Navigating automatic enrolment

In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Partner Katie Banks and Senior Associate Jade Rigby explore the challenges employers encounter when complying with automatic enrolment obligations under the Pensions Act 2008. They begin by highlighting the significance of automatic enrollment, before exploring common challenges faced by employers, such as ensuring the correct amount of contributions are paid and communications comply with legislative requirements. The discussion also provides practical insights on how employers can effectively address these issues.

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Public Company Conversations | Episode 1

Public Company Conversations is the Hogan Lovells Securities and Public Company Advisory podcast, where we explore the legal developments shaping today’s public company landscape. Each episode covers topics ranging from SEC rulemaking and enforcement to governance practices, shareholder engagement, emerging market trends, and risk management - set against a dynamic regulatory backdrop.

In this inaugural episode, partner and host Rupa Briggs is joined by counsels Weston Gaines and Val Delp, co-chairs of the Hogan Lovells Shareholder Proposal Task Force. They preview the key shareholder proposal themes emerging from the 2025 proxy season and share practical insights for companies navigating the year ahead.

This episode also sets the stage for a full-length webinar with D.F. King on 29 October, where the team will dive deeper into:

1. the 2025 proxy season,
2. the impact of the SEC’s Schedule 13D rule changes on shareholder engagement,
3. how the change in administration is shaping disclosure and risk management strategies, and
4. key developments in shareholder activism.

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HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 49

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: the Pension Schemes Bill wends its way through the Parliamentary process; LCP cautions against further tinkering with the pensions tax relief regime; updates on administration; and some warnings from the Pensions Regulator on identity fraud.

 

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Authored by the Pensions team.

HL Keeping it Real Estate | Commonhold is coming

In this episode of Keeping it Real Estate, Tim Reid and Lucy Redman talk through the government’s white paper on commonhold – billed as the replacement for leasehold - and whether the proposals do enough to persuade the key stakeholders – developers, home owners and lenders – that commonhold is the way forward

HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 48

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions.

This week: we have flesh on the bones of the Virgin Media solution; concerns voiced on the government’s desire to control scheme investments; updates on scams, tax and dashboards; and those WASPI women are at it again.

 

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HL PensionsPod | Episode 25 | Return of surplus

In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Partners Katie Banks and Edward Brown explore the new rules surrounding the return of surplus funds. The delve into the existing legislation, the proposed changes and the implication for trustees, who will take on an important role as gatekeepers. The discussion also provides practical insights on how trustees can effectively navigate these upcoming changes. 

 

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HL Keeping it Real Estate | Security of Tenure Reform – what next for the 1954 Act?

In the first episode of the Keeping it Real Estate podcast from Hogan Lovells, Ben Willis and Amy Dunn discuss reforms to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, including the Law Commission’s interim statement, what comes next, and what this means for security of tenure in commercial leases.

HL Legal Lounge | Robert Gardener: Law, policy, and Government Affairs at Hogan Lovells

Trainee solicitor Nikita Rajkumar speaks with Robert Gardener, Director of Government Affairs at Hogan Lovells, about his unique journey from the UK Cabinet Office to the Middle East and into private practice. They unpack how legal advice intersects with public policy, how firms influence regulation, and what a legal career in government affairs really involves. A must-listen for law students curious about public law, politics, legal strategy, and careers beyond the courtroom.

HL Legal Lounge | Alice Kent: Trainee support, seat changes, and SQE at Hogan Lovells

Second-seat trainee Saskia Wyld speaks with Alice Kent from the Hogan Lovells trainee development team about the full journey of a future trainee - from accepting your training contract to navigating the SQE, induction, seat rotations, and qualification. Packed with insights on secondments, support structures, and the pastoral care available, this episode is essential listening for future trainees and law students preparing for the SQE route and life at a City law firm.

HL Legal Lounge | Nikki Ogun: From biomedical science to financial services law at Hogan Lovells

Trainee solicitor Teofisto Consistente chats with Senior Associate Nikki Ogun in this inspiring episode of HL Legal Lounge. They explore non-traditional routes into law, transitioning from science and economics backgrounds, and navigating training contract seats - from patent litigation and data protection to financial services. A valuable listen for future trainees, law conversion students, and anyone curious about career flexibility, seat rotations, and life at a global law firm.