Podcast by The Professional Deputies Forum
The PDF CoPCast
The PDF CoPcast, an informal podcast with discussions where all things Court of Protection will be covered, including special guests and deputy dilemmas.
The PDF CoPCast
Latest episodes
30 July 2025
Mastering Team Management: Insights from the PDF COPCast Team
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.
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22 May 2025
Episode 7 - Associates, Financial Advisers and a little bit of chat
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
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33:36
23 April 2025
Navigating the Maze of Cost Delays: Insights from the PDF Copcast
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.
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09 April 2025
Episode 5 - International Jurisdictions & Routes into COP
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.
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58:55
14 November 2024
The Legal Maze of the BJB Case: Deconstructing the Judgment
In episode four, our presenters and guest dive into a discussion about a recent BJB case centering around the issues of reverse indemnities and the resulting financial hardship. The guest panellist, Gillian Knight, recounts her experience of managing the case and the challenges faced due to inadequate initial assessments of care needs.
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25 October 2024
Episode 3 - The week with lots to talk about
This episode includes discussions on RePW, Direct Payments, the SCCO FOI request, Court delays and more
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