Locking up children is difficult

Samuel Skinner KC explores the difficulties in finding the right sentence if a child is convicted of crime

  • 14 July 2026
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Taking silk at the commercial Bar

The only thing holding me back had been myself; I decided the time was right to take the plunge.

  • 10 July 2026
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‘Bridging the gap’: changes to reporting bullying and harassment

The Bar Council's Commissioner for Conduct discusses changes to reporting bullying, harassment and inappropriate behaviour.

  • 29 June 2026
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“Make space for yourself and ask for help”: LGBTQ+ barrister reflects on their journey to the Bar

This Pride Month, LGBTQ+ barrister Alex Clift takes part in a Q&A reflecting on their journey to the Bar.

  • 29 June 2026
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ADR on the 'Golden Road': our India events at London International Disputes Week

In this blog, our International Policy and Programmes Manager reflects on our recent events with the Arbitration Bar of India and India's Chief Justice.

  • 23 June 2026
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My name went back on the board: returning to the Bar

Caroline Roberts-Waterworth has returned to the Bar after more than a decade away. In this blog, she shares her top tips for returning after a long spell away.

  • 16 June 2026
  • Blog