“The subject concerns the introduction of implied obligations with respect to the performance of contracts, particularly with respect to types of contracts that are sometimes described as relational contracts (such as agency, distributorship, and employment). In particular I plan to consider the nature of these implied obligations and their relation to the idea of good faith, whether these obligations are terms implied in fact or in law, which in turn raises questions about the category of relational contracts itself.”

Date: Thursday 10th October 2013, 6.00-7.oopm

Location: UCL Faculty of Laws, Bentham House, Endsleigh Gardens, London WC1H 0EG

Charge: Free

More information can be found here.

“When Financial Transaction Tax was initially proposed by James Tobin in the early 1970s it seemed unlikely that the plans would materialise. However, current proposals which would see a 0.1% levy on trading shares and bonds and a 0.01% tax on derivatives have been welcomed by 11 countries in the European Union.

The debate will look at the implications and likelihood of imposing Financial Transaction Tax in the UK.

This event is open to both members of the Law Society and the public. This debate is recommended for anyone interested in the debate topic, including:
– Law Society members
– Corporate Counsel
– Academics”

CPD hours: 1.5

Date: Thursday 12th September 2013, 6.30-8.45pm

Location: The Law Society, 113 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1PL

Charge: Free

More information can be found here.

“Christopher Docksey, Director of the Office of theEuropean Data Protection Supervisor – Update and current impications of the EU data legislative reforms

Dr Ian Walden, Professor of Information and Communications Law, Head, Institute of Computer and Communications Law – The Challenges of Cloud-derived Evidence

Stephen Mason, Institute of Advanced Legal Studies – Electronic banking and how courts approach the burden of proof

Chair: Dr Simone White, Legal officer on OLAF, European Commission’s Anti-Fraud Office, Associate Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies.”

Date: Tuesday 5th November 2013, 2.00-5.30pm

Location: Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Charles Clore House, 17 Russell Square, London WC1B 5DR

Charge: Free, registration required

More information can be found here.

“This year the Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime will celebrate its thirty-first year. It is a testament to the Symposium’s unique blend of relevance, practicality and topicality that over the years it has enjoyed the support of so many institutions and experts around the world. It also attests to the deep concern of governments and financial and other institutions as to the extent of the risks to stability and security thrown up by economic crime and in particular organised crime. The annual Cambridge Symposium is a truly unique event which over the years has made an unrivalled contribution to understanding the real issues involved in preventing and controlling economically motivated serious crime. As a respected and trusted international forum and network, it has also made an impressive and meaningful contribution to fostering international co-operation and promoting mutual understanding and goodwill.”

Date: 1st – 8th September 2013

Location: Jesus College, University of Cambridge

Charge: see website for details

More information can be found here.

“The Law Commission has recently opened a public consultation on whether to expand existing hate crime laws in England and Wales. The proposals would extend laws that currently cover hate based on race and religion to also include disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

In response to the consultation, Birkbeck School of Law and the Birkbeck Gender & Sexuality Group (BiGS) are hosting a discussion forum to consider the following questions:

– How might we respond to the Law Commission’s proposals?
– Is harsher sentencing an appropriate response to hate-motivated violence and hatred-inciting speech?– Is the consultation’s focus on sentencing too narrow? What issues are missing?
– What strategies should be prioritised in preventing, addressing and responding to hate-motivated violence?”

Date: Thursday 8th August 2013, 3.00-5.30pm

Location: Room G15, Malet St Building, Birkbeck, University of London

Charge: Free, registration required

More information can be found here.