Estates Gazette Property Podcasts

Jess Harrold is joined by Roger Cohen, senior counsel at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, to discuss the latest decision in Ludgate House Ltd v Ricketts (valuation officer) and London Borough of Southwark – a dispute over the impact of the use of property guardians on empty rates. Having failed to convince the Court of Appeal in 2020 that the occupation of its premises by property guardians meant it was not liable for non-domestic rates, Ludgate House Ltd turned its attention to how the rates should be calculated. Now, Cohen explains the Upper Tribunal's reasoning on that matter, and what it means for the rating of premises with property guardians. In addition, he surveys the field of potential rates mitigation measures for empty properties in the wake of the decisions in Ludgate House.

On this week's episode of Bricks & Mortar, EG's Sarah Jackman speaks to Kate Taylor, lead trainer in the RICS APC Faculty and managing director of APC Taylormade, about how to achieve the best results from the APC journey. They discuss choosing a pathway, the mechanics of the process and how candidates can achieve - and document - the experience they need to demonstrate to qualify. Taylor imparts some excellent practical advice, making this episode a must-listen for anyone embarking - or currently thinking of embarking - on the process.   

In this EG Property Podcast, deputy editor Tim Burke discusses the real estate finance market and sentiment with three lenders as they look ahead following a tough 2022. After months of political turmoil and challenges from soaring inflation and rising interest rates, what schemes and assets are drawing lenders’ attention? What does supportive government policy look like to firms, and what are some of the house views on how the rates environment plays out from here? Joining the discussion from the EG studio are Gavin Eustace, founding partner, Silbury Finance Paul Oberschneider, chief executive, Hilltop Credit Partners Will Scoular, head of private client lending, Investec Real Estate

Jess Harrold is joined by residential reporter Akanksha Soni and senior writer Piers Wehner for the latest weekly round-up podcast. Soni tackles Inland Homes' hunt for a BTR investment partner for three schemes with a total value north of £800m, and news of an innovative museum/PBSA hook-up. Wehner covers the beleaguered state of Home REIT, and wider advice to REITs in general that calls for a history lesson on King Canute and his tidal legacy. But who has a skate park tale of woe to share? And who will triumph in a hotly contested quiz of the week?

Jess Harrold is joined by barristers Simon Allison and Brooke Lyne, of Landmark Chambers,  to discuss the Supreme Court decision in Williams and others v Aviva Investors Ground Rent GP Ltd and another [2023] UKSC 6; [2023] PLSCS 29. Allison and Lyne, who represented the successful respondents, explain the court's decision in a highly important case on landlords' discretion to apportion service charges. In addition, they outline the significant implications of what they describe as a rare case that should be beneficial for both landlords and tenants.

Jess Harrold is joined by legal and professional editor Sarah Jackman and senior writer Piers Wehner for the latest weekly round-up podcast. Wehner tackles the fallout from the latest cabinet mini-reshuffle, with Michael Gove standing firm and yet another new housing minister passing through the office's revolving door. Jackman celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with a summary of the opportunities available in real estate. But who will triumph in the quiz of the week, this time with a "news and legal" twist?

In this episode of the EG Property Podcast, EG editor Samantha McClary is in conversation with new RICS president Ann Gray and recently installed chair of the board Martin Samworth. Listen in to the 30 minute discussion to find out a little bit more about the who Ann Gray is, what makes her tick and what she hopes to bring to the RICS in her 12 month presidency. Martin Samworth gives the inside track on what his role as chair of the board will mean for the future of the RICS, how passionate he is about bringing pride back to the institution and how he wants members to be the greatest advocates for the RICS. This was recorded live in the belly of the RICS HQ at Parliament Square, which is not the most modern of buildings as those who have been there will know – but that’s on Samworth’s to do list too. So, if the audio is a little less perfect than you’ve come to expect from an EG Property Podcast that is why. But if you want to understand more about how those leading the RICS plan to make it great again, listen in and enjoy.

Surrey’s thriving high-end manufacturing sector has given it a solid foundation on which a plethora of new independent shops and restaurants have been able to thrive, according to Curchod & Co partner Nick Reeve. Curchod & Co sits at the top of Surrey’s Radius On-Demand Rankings for 2022, with 391,995 sq ft transacted across 104 deals. Reeve says the county has seen the emergence of technology clusters such as Guildford’s gaming sector, suppliers of services to McLaren’s giant R&D plant in Woking and also the defence sector, which is benefiting from extra government spending. These provide Surrey with well-paid jobs which, so far, have helped keep the county’s new shops and restaurants extremely busy.

Jess Harrold is joined by EG court reporter James Lumley, and partner James Souter and associate Sam Lear, both from Charles Russell Speechlys, for a detailed discussion of the Supreme Court's decision in Fearn and others v Board of Trustees of Tate Gallery [2023] UKSC 4; [2023] PLSCS 22. Together, they address the court's landmark ruling in favour of the residents of Neo-Bankside that the visual intrusion from a viewing platform at the Tate Modern - from which tourists can stare straight into their flats - constitutes a nuisance. Bearing in mind the extreme nature of the facts of the case, they address the implications of the decision and the potential development of the law of nuisance that may follow in its wake.

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, this latest episode of Bricks & Mortar is dedicated to real estate apprenticeships. To discuss the topic, EG’s Sarah Jackman is joined by Richard Adamson, partner, head of residential auctions and lead for Allsop’s firm-wide recruitment programme; alongside Ysabella Argentieri, an Allsop apprentice. Adamson discusses how apprenticeships have worked at Allsop, the benefits they bring and how the firm expects to develop them in the future. To add practical context, Ysabella reflects on her journey onto the real estate apprenticeship, how she’s found the programme over its initial 18 months and how she balances work and study. She highlights the benefits of training via the apprenticeship route – as well as giving all-important advice for those considering an apprenticeship in the sector.