The PDF CoPCast

In this episode, Oliver and Michael talk with Rebecca Templeman, Divisional Director of Access to Justice & Head of Crime & Prison Law at Broudie Jackson Canter, about what happens if your client is arrested and what you can do to support them through the process.

A review of the PDF Conference 2026 with Oliver Banks, Stephanie Kaye, Leanne Gibson, Charlotte Fletcher and Joanne Friend.

This episode walks through the main cost changes affecting Court of Protection practitioners in 2026. Stephanie Kaye and Ellie Baker are joined by cost expert Paul Cruikshanks.

This episode explores how professionals who work with traumatised or difficult clients can recognise and prevent burnout. Daniel Thomas, founder of Chroma and music therapist, explains how everyone carries cumulative life stress, why juniors often face heavy emotional labour, how post-COVID remote working heightens isolation and offers pragmatic strategies. The discussion normalises emotional responses and reframes resilience as a skill supported by structural and personal practices, not a moral failing.

In this podcast episode, we delve into the evolution of court protection client investments. Robin Bailey, an independent financial advisor, shares insights on how investment strategies have shifted from pre-Mental Capacity Act (MCA) days to the current landscape. The discussion highlights the roles of financial advisors and investment managers, contrasting historical prescriptive approaches with today’s more tailored solutions. Emphasis is placed on the significance of the MCA and how it reshaped the decision-making framework, allowing deputies more autonomy and collaboration with financial specialists to construct robust, personalised financial plans for clients lacking capacity.

In this episode of the the PDF COPCast, committee members Oliver, Jemma, and Martin delve into the intricacies of managing corporate protection teams. They share their experiences, highlighting the challenges and strategies in building successful teams from scratch. Jemma discusses the importance of strategic recruitment and maintaining team culture, especially during expansion across multiple sites. Oliver and Martin provide insights into inheriting existing teams and establishing efficient processes through quick wins. The conversation also touches on the significance of emotional connections and trust in fostering team cohesion, offering listeners valuable advice on managing growth and adapting to change.

Our usual friendly and relaxed chat about COP matters including feedback on the recent Associates' Conference and how to choose an financial advisor. Hosted by Danielle Carter and Martin Terrell with special guests Charlotte Fletcher and Peter Slaney

The latest episode of the PDF Copcast dives into the evolving landscape of cost management, with experts Stephanie Kaye. and Ellie Howard Taylor discussing critical issues surrounding SCCO turnaround times and bundling practices. The conversation sheds light on the sustainability challenges faced by firms, particularly smaller practices, in meeting the technological demands of the SCCO, emphasising the importance of streamlined processes and informed feedback to drive improvements in the system.

A discussion with Alexandra Knipe about her work that covers international jursdictions. We also talk with one of our Associate members Alexandra Milson about the different routes into COP.