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From managing risk and staying on top of regulatory developments to dealing with the fallout of the likes of Brexit and COVID-19, businesses and their in-house counsel face many challenges.
Listen Up is a legal podcast providing insight from experts across practice areas at international law firm Gowling WLG. Our episodes cover some of the key issues and concerns facing the market. For more information visit our website: https://gowlingwlg.com
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97: Building Safety Levy: key considerations for developers
What is the Building Safety Levy?
In this podcast, Partner Elayna Rattenbury and PSL Principal Associate Emma Knight discuss the introduction of the Building Safety Levy and what it means for developers delivering new homes in England.
The conversation explores the scope of the levy, who will be required to pay it and how the new charging regime will operate in practice. Elayna and Emma examine key issues including levy rates, brownfield land discounts, exemptions for social and supported housing, and the practical challenges developers may face when assessing eligibility for reliefs.
Looking ahead to the levy's introduction on 1 October 2026, they highlight the steps developers should be taking now, from preparing building control applications and commencement notices to managing cashflow implications and mitigating delays to completion and sales programmes. The discussion also considers the risks associated with incorrect applications, joint venture arrangements and evolving government guidance.
For more information on building safety, explore the latest insights from our Construction team.
About Gowling WLG
Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm working across a range of industry sectors including real estate, government, financial services, life sciences and technology. We operate across the world with offices in the UK, Europe, Canada and the Middle East.
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28 Jul 2026
96: Building Safety Regulator Enforcement and Upcoming Reforms
In this podcast, Principal Associate Natalie Barton-Howes and Associate Brett Mason examine the Building Safety Regulators (BSR's) enforcement powers, current priorities and the major reforms set to reshape the regulatory landscape.
The discussion explores the regulator's enforcement toolkit, from compliance notices and stop notices through to prosecutions, injunctions and the appointment of Special Measures Managers. It also considers how the BSR is using enforcement to drive higher standards, improve accountability and support a stronger culture of building safety across the industry.
Looking ahead, Natalie and Brett discuss key developments including the proposed Single Construction Regulator, reforms to the construction products regime and the Remediation Bill, which introduces new duties, penalties and enforcement mechanisms to address delays in remediation.
For more information on building safety, explore the latest insights from our Construction team.
About Gowling WLG
Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm working across a range of industry sectors including real estate, government, financial services, life sciences and technology. We operate across the world with offices in the UK, Europe, Canada and the Middle East.
We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Subscribe to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars straight to your inbox: https://gowlg.co/35efH2r
Alternatively, you can view our full selection of insights and resources here: https://gowlg.co/3IwEr41
Want to get to know us? Follow us on:
LinkedIn: https://gowlg.co/3hqmatB
4 Nov 2025
95: Nature, innovation and the shift in climate strategy
From NYCW to COP30, what's shaping the climate conversation now?
New York Climate Week (NYCW) gave a clear signal that the climate conversation is shifting - from high-level ambition to practical action. In this podcast episode, Sustainability Partner Ben Stansfield and Graham Reeder reflect on key themes from NYCW and look ahead to COP30 in Belém, Brazil.
They explore topics likely to shape the agenda, including regenerative agriculture, circular design, and the developments influencing climate leadership. The conversation also highlights the growing focus on biodiversity, national climate plans, and how businesses can respond - by improving supply chain transparency, keeping pace with policy changes, and working together across sectors.
Whatever stage you're at in your sustainability journey, listen in to find out more about the developments and topics that are driving change.
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Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm working across a range of industry sectors including real estate, government, financial services, life sciences and technology. We operate across the world with offices in the UK, Europe, Canada and the Middle East. We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you.
Subscribe to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars straight to your inbox: https://gowlg.co/35efH2r
Alternatively, you can view our full selection of insights and resources here: https://gowlg.co/3IwEr41
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LinkedIn: https://gowlg.co/3hqmatB
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This podcast may contain information of general interest about current legal issues, but does not give legal advice.
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