Paul Darling QC

Paul Darling QC is a leading Advocate, Barrister and Queen's Counsel

The changing relationship between sport and gambling

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In this podcast, I join Founder and CEO of Law in Sport Sean Cottrell to discuss the evolution of the betting industry and the changing attitudes towards betting and sports betting in the UK.

Starting with my time with the Association of British Bookmakers, we discuss how advertising, the internet and social media have changed public perceptions on gambling. Who is behind the research into problem gambling and what has been the response from policy makers.

We also look at how online gambling has led to a move away from betting shops. Did campaigns against the number of betting shops on the high street allow online gambling to take a strong hold without scrutiny? And what is  the new relationships between sport, sponsorship and gambling online. Is targeted online advertising and the profiling of potential users ethical? How do you find a balance between the regulations and financial success?

Finally we take a look at levies in the context of my role at the Horse Racing Levy Board and how the funds raised are used.

Outlook

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News and Views from the 39 Essex Chambers Commercial and Construction Group

July 2020

This month, the newsletter looks at the proper law of an arbitration agreement. Articles include:

  • An overview of the proper law of arbitration agreements.
  • A look at some recent English case law.
  • The Singaporean position on arbitration agreements.
  • French case law regarding arbitration agreements.
  • Some thoughts on the various approaches to determining the proper law of an arbitration agreement.

To view the full newsletter, click here.

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Costs Webinar Recording

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The recording of the recent costs webinar with fellow members of 39 Essex Chambers is now available online – or you can watch it in the below window, which you may find easier to view by maximising the screen.

This session looked at various issues surrounding costs and orders in commercial and construction disputes. Speakers featured include:

  • Judith Ayling looking at changes to Practice Direction 3E.
  • Shaman Kapoor looked at the reasons for departing from budgeted costs.
  • Marion Smith QC examined non-party orders.
  • And my own contribution looking at the subject of indemnity costs, particularly in light of the recent case of Lejonvarn v Burgess.

The webinar features expert chairing by Peter Hurst and a great discussion at the end. Sincere thanks to all involved.

Construction Costs Webinar with 39 Essex Chambers

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Join me with three experts from chambers for a panel discussion chaired by Peter Hurst on 13th July 2020, looking at construction costs in dispute resolution.

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Drawing on expertise from the Commercial, Construction and Costs Teams, 39 Essex Chambers brings you a lively discussion on:

  • Changes to Practice Direction 3E, the cut off between incurred and budgeted costs and budget revision;
  • What is a good reason to depart from budgeted costs?
  • What you need to know on Non-party Costs Orders; and
  • Indemnity Costs – a forgotten battle ground?

Chaired by Peter Hurst, Senior Costs Judge of England & Wales from 1992 to 2014, and with market-leading input from their respective fields from Paul Darling OBE QC, Marion Smith QC, Judith Ayling and Shaman Kapoor, this webinar promises to be informed, relevant and one not to miss!

Full details and sign-up here: https://www.39essex.com/webinar-current-topics-in-commercial-and-construction-costs/

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