The Trowers Podcast

Trowers & Hamlins
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The Trowers Podcast

We are a law firm with an eclectic mix of specialisations combining sector leadership in the UK and Asia. We help businesses and governments change the way we live and work for the better. We do this by providing commercial advice geared towards tackling tomorrow's challenges in industry. We are experts in the real estate sector, and have thriving commercial, social housing, banking and finance, private wealth, employment and care practices, in addition to specialist practices such as planning, tax, pensions, and environment. This content is not intended to be legally comprehensive.

  1. 8 APR

    Devolution Dissected - local government reorganisation

    Devolution Dissected returns with the second episode of our two-part series, diving deeper into the shifting dynamics of local government. Amardeep Gill, Head of Public Sector at Trowers & Hamlins, and Partner Paul McDermott are once again joined by Evie John and Chris Naylor from Inner Circle Consulting to explore the realities of local government reorganisation. Together, they unpack the behavioural and cultural shifts needed to lead change, address the importance of financial sustainability and the need for purpose in leadership.

    19 min

  2. 3 APR

    Devolution Dissected - navigating the challenges and opportunities

    Devolution Dissected returns with a brand-new two-part series, continuing the conversation on the evolving landscape of local government. Nearly four months on from the release of the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Head of Public Sector at Trowers & Hamlins, is once again joined by fellow partner Paul McDermott, along with guests from Inner Circle Consulting, Evie John and Chris Naylor. In the first episode, they explore the challenges and opportunities presented by the devolution process, including the importance of balancing process with strategic thinking and whether the government is delivering on its role in the devolution process.

    33 min

  3. 28 FEB

    Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Alan Heron, Places for People

    In the last episode in our Procurement Week 2025 podcast series, Partner Katie Saunders and Alan Heron, Director of Procurement at Places for People, discuss how procurement frameworks have evolved over the years. They explore the role of frameworks in public procurement, the challenges faced, and the importance of transparency and social value. The conversation also delves into the introduction of open frameworks and the rigorous process of achieving gold standard accreditation, highlighting the need for continuous improvement and accountability in the procurement process.

    23 min

  4. 27 FEB

    Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Craig Naughton

    Partner Louis Sebastian and Craig Naughton, Commercial and Procurement Lead at WM5G, discuss the implications of the Procurement Act 2023 on tech contracts. They assess the challenges of innovation within public procurement, the importance of flexibility in contract management and the role of AI in enhancing procurement processes. Together they highlight the need for comprehensive market intelligence, effective supplier management and the significance of addressing intellectual property concerns.

    18 min

  5. 26 FEB

    Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Lisa Forsyth, Max Associates

    Partner Amardeep Gill speaks to Lisa Forsyth, Managing Director at Max Associates, about the evolving landscape of leisure procurement contracts. They explore the historical context of leisure procurement, the significance of concession contracts and the introduction of the competitive flexible procedure.

    27 min

  6. 25 FEB

    Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Andrew Van Doorn, HACT

    In our next Procurement Week podcast, Dr Rebecca Rees and Andrew Van Doorn, Chief Executive of HACT, discuss the significance of social value in public procurement, especially in light of the new Procurement Act 2023. They explore the importance of understanding social value as an impactful measure, the necessity of partnerships, and the role of pre-market engagement. The conversation also addresses the limitations of procurement in achieving social value, the true costs associated with it and the need for assurance and evaluation to ensure authenticity and effectiveness in delivering social value outcomes.

    35 min

  7. 24 FEB

    Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Lindsay Maguire, Cabinet Office

    To mark the launch of the Procurement Act 2023, Partner and Head of Public Procurement, Rebecca Rees speaks to Lindsay Maguire, Deputy Director for Procurement Reform Implementation at the Cabinet Office, to discuss its implications for public procurement in the UK. They explore the cultural and behavioural changes necessary for successful implementation, the benefits of increased flexibility and transparency, and the importance of the National Procurement Policy Statement. They also reflect on the future of procurement and the metrics for success in the new regime.

    28 min

  8. 21 JAN

    Devolution Dissected - navigating local government reform

    In the final episode of our series examining the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, is joined by Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at Inner Circle. This episode delves into the central themes of local government reform, the challenges around fostering inclusive economic growth through local growth plans and critically examines whether the system has the capacity to handle these ambitious reforms.

    11 min
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    About

    We are a law firm with an eclectic mix of specialisations combining sector leadership in the UK and Asia. We help businesses and governments change the way we live and work for the better. We do this by providing commercial advice geared towards tackling tomorrow's challenges in industry. We are experts in the real estate sector, and have thriving commercial, social housing, banking and finance, private wealth, employment and care practices, in addition to specialist practices such as planning, tax, pensions, and environment. This content is not intended to be legally comprehensive.

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    • Creator
      Trowers & Hamlins
    • Years Active
      2019 - 2025
    • Episodes
      133
    • Rating
      Clean
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      © Trowers & Hamlins
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