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From the barristers at New Square Chambers, this is Brief Tapes: an informal and quickfire insight into legal, procedural and career issues for barristers and solicitors practising, and students intending to practise, at the Chancery Bar.

  1. 09/24/2025

    New Episode of Brief Tapes: PD51ZG - The New Cost Budgeting Pilot Scheme

    In this episode of Brief Tapes, Millie Rai explores the new pilot scheme for simplified cost budgeting, introduced by Practice Direction 51ZG, and what it means for those working in the Business and Property Courts. From the new Precedent Z to sanctions, timelines and default rules, this episode offers a clear, practical guide to one of the most technical procedural changes of the year.

    9 min

  2. 09/11/2025

    Fraud and the Rectification of the Land Register

    In this episode of Brief Tapes, we explore rectification under the Land Registration Act 2002, especially in cases involving fraud, forgery, and mistaken entries on the land register. Led by Michael Booth KC and Stuart Armstrong, this episode offers an in-depth, case-led discussion on one of property law’s more complex areas. Learn the difference between void and voidable dispositions, the role of forged documents, and how the legal test for exceptional circumstances operates in these cases.

    40 min
  3. Memory and Witness Evidence

    08/28/2025

    Memory and Witness Evidence

    This time on Brief Tapes, we explore the fascinating intersection of Memory and Witness Evidence. Hosted by barristers Jessica Powers and Justin Perring as they discuss judicial approaches to memory, fact-finding and the vital role of documents in the process.  Inspired by Lord Justice Popplewell’s recent lecture on ‘Judging Truth from Memory: The Science,’ this episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in litigation or preparing witness statements. What role does memory play in judicial decision-making?

    21 min
  4. The Road Ahead For Business Tenancies in England and Wales

    08/18/2025

    The Road Ahead For Business Tenancies in England and Wales

    To launch our brand new series, we are diving deep into a pivotal topic for commercial property law: The Future of Security of Tenure under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. Hosted by John Campbell, barrister of New Square Chambers and Oliver Maxwell of the Smith Partnership in Derby as they explore the Law Commission’s recent consultation on reforming this 70-year-old piece of legislation. What’s outdated in the current system? And where might the reform conversation go next?

    43 min

  5. 08/06/2024

    Opening the Floodgates

    The Supreme Court handed down the long awaited judgment in The Manchester Ship Canal Company Ltd v United Utilities Ltd (No2) [2024] UKSC 22 on 2 July 2024. In this episode, John Campbell and Justin Perring examine the judgment and discuss its implications on claims in private nuisance against statutory sewerage undertakers.

    38 min

  6. 07/19/2024

    A to Z of Winding Up Petitions

    Hundreds of petitions are heard every week in the winding-up court, and with that volume of cases, it is hardly surprising that all manner of things can go wrong. In this episode, Jessica Powers and JJ Liew share hints and tips on how to navigate each stage of the winding-up petition process, from drafting through to the hearing itself. Disclaimer: it was not possible to cover every letter of the alphabet!

    21 min

  7. 07/05/2024

    Cohabitation Claims

    They say a man’s home is his castle, but what happens when the castle has more than one inhabitant and they fall out? James Saunders and Jessica Powers are joined by Emily Roskilly of Roskilly and Mills to explore both sole name and joint name cohabitation cases, and the cohabitation issues that arise in 1975 Act claims, contentious probate disputes and insolvency proceedings. They discuss top tips for handling cohabitation disputes, whilst addressing the emotional and practical needs of clients. Emily also shares key statistics on the rise of cohabiting couples and debunks common myths about their legal rights.

    38 min

  8. 06/27/2024

    Judge-Led ADR

    In this episode, Dr Sarah Egan and Jessica Powers discuss the changing ADR landscape, focussing on ADR processes which are led by judges: Chancery FDRs and Early Neutral Evaluation. Drawing on the Chancery Guide, case law, and their own experience, they explore the mechanics and outcomes of those processes. Along the way, they also consider the consequences of Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil CBC and whether there is likely to be an increase in mandatory ADR.

    15 min
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From the barristers at New Square Chambers, this is Brief Tapes: an informal and quickfire insight into legal, procedural and career issues for barristers and solicitors practising, and students intending to practise, at the Chancery Bar.

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  • Creator
    New Square Chambers
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Brief Tapes
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