The BBK Free Speech Podcast

Studying with a brain injury: what are reasonable adjustments

In this episode of the BBK Free Speech Podcast, Caroline Klage, Head of Brain Injury, and Emily White, Solicitor, are joined by Jennifer Mellor, Education Consultant at Care to Educate [https://caretoeducate.co.uk/], for an open conversation about what it really means to navigate higher education without adequate support. Drawing on lived experience and professional insight, the discussion explores: • How brain injuries can manifest in academic settings and the challenges this creates  • The gaps and inconsistencies within the current university support systems  • What meaningful, practical change could look like for students who need it most Together, the group examines the cultural shifts, policy improvements and on‑the‑ground actions required to build a fairer, more accessible higher education landscape for students with brain injuries - and why levelling the playing field is long overdue.

Scotty’s Little Soldiers – Helping children after military parent loss: Part 2

In part two of this BBK Free Speech Podcast, Jennifer Ellis [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/why-bolt-burdon-kemp-bbk-solicitors/meet-our-team/jennifere/], Senior Solicitor in our Military Claims [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/military-claims/] team, continues her discussion with Nikki Scott, Founder of Scotty’s Little Soldiers [https://www.scottyslittlesoldiers.co.uk/] – a charity supporting children and young people who have lost a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. This episode explores key issues affecting bereaved Armed Forces families, including: * the repatriation process following a military death and its emotional and practical impact on families * service inquiries, and how charities like Scotty’s Little Soldiers support families through these investigations * the proposed Hillsborough Law, and the potential impact it could have on military families The second part of this conversation provides valuable insight into the realities faced by families after the death of a serving parent, the importance of specialist military bereavement support, and how legal reform could improve outcomes for Armed Forces families. Do listen to the first part [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/our-insights/podcasts/scottys-little-soldiers-helping-children-after-military-parent-loss-part-1/] here if you haven’t already.

Scotty’s Little Soldiers - Helping children after military parent loss: Part 1

In this episode of the BBK Free Speech Podcast, Jennifer Ellis [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/why-bolt-burdon-kemp-bbk-solicitors/meet-our-team/jennifere/], Senior Solicitor in our Military Claims [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/military-claims/] team, sits down with Nikki Scott, Founder of Scotty’s Little Soldiers [https://www.scottyslittlesoldiers.co.uk/] - a charity that supports children and young people who have lost a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. This powerful first instalment of a two‑part series dives into the deeply personal story that inspired Nikki to create the charity that became a nationwide support network for bereaved military families. In this episode, you’ll hear about: * Nikki’s own journey through grief and how she navigated the early days after the loss of her husband * How Scotty’s Little Soldiers supports bereaved military children, from emotional support to community connection * The impact of Prince Harry becoming the charity’s Global Ambassador, and how his involvement has raised awareness for military families

Workplace bullying: The legal gaps and why reform is needed

In this episode of the BBK Free Speech Podcast, Thomas Beale [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/why-bolt-burdon-kemp-bbk-solicitors/meet-our-team/thomas/], Partner and Head of our Bullying and Harassment [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/personal-injury-claims/workplace-bullying-and-harassment-solicitors/] team and Lucy Wakeley [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/why-bolt-burdon-kemp-bbk-solicitors/meet-our-team/lucyw/], Senior Policy and Public Affairs Executive, explore the current legal position on bullying in the workplace, the gaps in existing legislation and what needs to change. They also highlight how protections vary widely between employers and why our BBK Manifesto calls for a clear legal definition to better support both employees and employers. The conversation covers: * How the lack of a legal definition leaves employees without consistent protection * Why current legislation creates a complex and fragmented route to justice * What reforms are needed to ensure bullying is recognised and addressed in law

Inclusion through sport: Phoebe Gibbons’ journey into wheelchair rugby

In this episode of the BBK Free Speech Podcast, Victoria Oliver [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/why-bolt-burdon-kemp-bbk-solicitors/meet-our-team/victoriao/], Head of our Spinal Injury [https://www.boltburdonkemp.co.uk/spinal-injury/] team, sits down with disability‑inclusion specialist Phoebe Gibbons to discuss the powerful impact wheelchair rugby has had on her life. Phoebe also explores: * Why sport is so important for people with disabilities and the confidence, community and independence it can bring * Her early experiences with sport and the challenges of finding accessible activities while living with cerebral palsy * Her journey to joining the GB Women’s Wheelchair Rugby Squad