It was great to speak to BBC Radio 5 Live about the contractual and commercial implications and options available to Lionel Messi following his attempt to terminate his contract with FC Barcelona. #sportslaw #footballnews #BBC5Live protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/ossVClYQltoN…

BASL Debate 2020 Athlete welfare & duty of care in sport - “Athletes are suffering from a lack of protection and representation on fundamental issues of welfare and safety”. Join us online 22 Oct 2020 to hear leading figures in sport debate an emotive and important topic.

It is with great pleasure we announce Tanni Grey-Thompson as the chair for our debate being held on 22nd October 6-8pm. The Baroness Grey-Thompson will draw on her experience as a professional athlete and subsequent advisory roles to guide panellists participating.

We are delighted that Nick Bitel, a former chair of BASL has kindly agreed to participate in our debate discussing Welfare and Duty of Care in Sport. Nick's many accomplishments in sport and the law and his personal views will benefit the audience and panellists alike.

The BASL Debate is just 5 working days away. Get your tickets today to watch leading sports figures debate around “Athlete Welfare and the Duty of Care in Sport” on 22 October 2020!

A historical gap is filled today. We amend the FIFA RSTP to welcome coaches to the FIFA regulatory framework: ⚽️ Form of employment contracts. ⚽️ Contractual stability. ⚽️ Overdue payables. ⚽️ Execution of decisions and more... More info 👇 fifa.com/who-we-are/new…

The connections between professional sports, concussion and compensation continue to create discussion on how to determine a safe level of activity in contact sports. Read my thoughts on concussion in football in the Scottish Daily Mail.

The BASL Masterclass Series is underway 🎓Here’s to an engaging morning of learning all about the ⁦WADA⁩ Code update from the godmother of anti-doping - Michele Verroken🧚🏼 #learning #sportslaw #engagement #baslmembers

We are delighted to announce that the 2022 BASL Conference will take place on THURSDAY JUNE 16th @KiaOvalEvents. More details of topics and speakers to follow over the next few days/weeks but to pre-register your interest email [email protected] #sportslaw #events

We are delighted that Simon Pentol QC, 25 Bedford Row, will chair the panel 'Geopolitics in Sport' at the BASL Annual Conference on 16th June at the Oval. Visit ow.ly/vSS150IJufE for more info on panels, pricing and booking or email [email protected] #sportslaw

Due to the Easter break, we have decided to extend our 'early bird' booking offer to Fri 6th May. Book before this date and save 10% on admission to the 28th BASL Annual Conference. For more info visit ow.ly/1Bjb50IMkWX or email [email protected] #sportslaw

📣 Conference Speaker Announcement We are delighted that Jon Walters, Partner at Northridge, will be joining us on June 16th at our Annual Conference. For more info visit ow.ly/nYgq50J4en3 or email us directly at [email protected] #sportslaw #networking #law

The Board is delighted to announce the speakers of the 28th annual conference. You can book a space on the conference by returning the booking form, which is available on the website, to [email protected].

⚽ SHAPING THE GAME podcast series 4th episode Podcast interview with🎙️ Catherine Forshaw from Brabners @BrabnersSport Hosted by 🥗🏀 Pulse Social Sports Group CIC ⚽🏀🏐 in partnership with the Miss Kick Foundation 📽️ View Full Podcast: youtu.be/LnMZj71kBCE Interviewed by 🎤 Olly #WomenInFootbal

Due to illness we have rescheduled the 'Player v Agent Disputes' Masterclass for Tues 5th July at 10.30am. Join Daniel Saoul QC and William Harman, 4 New Square Chambers, for the next session in the 2022 series. For more info visit ow.ly/4Ig850JHZKy or email [email protected]

The 2022 BASL Masterclass Series resumes on Friday 16th Sept. Louis Weston (Louis Weston), Outer Temple Chambers, will share his vast experience in the key area of 'Whistleblowing in Sport'. Visit ow.ly/liMO50KyBIp or email [email protected] #sportslaw #onlinelearning

Our final masterclass of 2022 is 'Integrity, Commercial & Regulatory Issues in Esports' presented by ESIC's Ian Smith & Michele Verroken on Fri Nov 25th. For more info visit ow.ly/qv1t50LyrNV or email [email protected] #esports #sportslaw #onlineeducation

One week until the final session in the 2022 BASL Masterclass Series. Join ESIC's Ian Smith & Michele Verroken next Friday for 'Integrity, Commercial & Regulatory Issues in Esports. Visit ow.ly/YavE50LGSrp or email [email protected] #esports #sportslaw

Emma Hayes OBE Thoughts and love to you and all your family, Emma ❤️

Join us on Tuesday 21 November for The BASL Debate - "Should Government be involved in the governance of sport?" (further details below). Register your attendance by replying to this email or via Eventbrite at: ow.ly/lQ7f50Q0nrW