Focusing on Women in Retail, in this episode of 'Retail Review', Womble Bond Dickinson's Nikki Powell speaks to Emma Lessani, Head of Property at New Look, about her unconventional career journey into retail property leadership.

Emma shares her candid insights into motherhood, mentorship, resilience; and why representation and authenticity matter most in our fast‑moving industry.

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From 15 July 2026, changes to buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) regulation could bring more retailers into the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s scope. Find out more from our financial regulatory experts, Emma Radmore and Stephen Wilson, on what’s changing, who may be affected, and the key questions businesses like yours – especially retailers and consumer-facing businesses offering interest‑free credit – should be asking now.

Registered trade marks in China have come a long way in the last 40 years: from little to no intellectual property laws in the 1980s; to now, where the region has more reasonable rules and protections in place.

Join James Love, Head of Intellectual Property, and Amy Galloway, Associate and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney, who explore whether China is still considered 'The Wild West' of trade marks, or if the protections available now turn this former reputation into something of the distant past.

In this episode of Retail Review, Alistair Walton and Anthony Alderman explore how solar panels and EV charging are reshaping the retail landscape. From cutting costs to driving sustainability, discover the bold strategies retailers are using to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.

Join hosts Katie Simmonds and Amy Battinson as they delve into the shadowy world of dark patterns within the retail sector.

This episode explores the implications these practices have on consumers and retailers alike. They will navigate the complex regulatory landscape, shedding light on the efforts of organisations like the CMA and the EU in enforcing compliance.

Discover the critical importance of website accessibility and the intriguing potential of AI in both detecting and creating these dark patterns. Finally, gain practical advice for retailers on how to overcome these challenges while maintaining consumer trust. Tune in for an insightful and eye-opening discussion.

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Join partners Clare Lamond and Paul Mason as they delve into the Scots law doctrine of tacit relocation, which facilitates the automatic renewal of leases if neither party issues a termination notice. They explore the ramifications of this doctrine for retailers, discuss recent reform proposals by the Scottish Law Commission, and underscore the significance of clear communication between landlords and tenants.

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With the government instilling new powers under the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 to get the nation's high streets back to their best, how could these impact landlords, retailers, and lenders? Join partner Jon Hobbs and practice development lawyer and associate Alison Morden-Hawke from the firm's Real Estate group as they talk about the new powers granted to councils, what challenges landlords could be expected to face, and the timelines for compliance and potential for disputes.

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Staffing costs for retailers are set to rise, with increases in the national minimum wage and changes to how much national insurance employers need to contribute going forward. Join practice development lawyer and managing associate Karen Plumbley-Jones and legal director Nicola Allen from WBD's employment team as they talk about what these changes mean for you in the retail sector, and how it could impact recruitment, employee wages, and overall business strategies.

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