We are pleased to share a very special CM Murray podcast in which we welcome guest speaker Zelda Perkins (founder of UK Can’t Buy My Silence and campaigner against the misuse of Non-Disclosure Agreements).
In the podcast, CM Murray Partners Emma Sangeelee and Beth Hale discuss the proposed introduction of a statutory restriction on the use of NDAs in employment disputes involving allegations of discrimination or harassment. Watch the video, view the transcript, and see below for further details.
- An overview of how the conversation about NDAs has evolved to this point
- The changes in the use and drafting of NDAs we have witnessed since Zelda Perkins first launched her campaign in 2017
- The ethical considerations surrounding the use of NDAs in employment disputes
- The advantages and disadvantages of implementing a ban on NDAs
- What the future may hold for NDAs
If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, please do not hesitate to contact Beth Hale or Emma Sangeelee.
Beth Hale is recognised by Legal 500 UK 2025 as a “Next Generation Partner” for her work in Partnership law and Chambers and Partners UK 2025 ranked Beth in Band 2 for Employment (Senior Executive): “Beth was excellent, very calm and logical.” “She was very knowledgeable with an approachable and reassuring presence.”
“Emma Sangeelee is marvellous – knowledgeable, dedicated, strategic and has her client’s back to the bitter end” – Legal 500 2024
“She has boundless energy and is really on top of the detail of the case. She isn’t afraid to question, push and challenge to get the right outcome for the client” – Chambers and Partners 2023
