‘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
  • Blog

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
  • Blog

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
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Unlocking the secret to your own chamber - a reflective piece on bridging the Bar

Leonie Hughes was recently called to the Bar. In this blog she discusses her journey and how she 'unlocked her own potential'.

  • 16 June 2026
  • Blog

“It’s not just me…” Can peer groups help barristers better manage the human side of practice?

Marion Baker and Suzanne Jacobs, co-founders of Balint Legal, report on the Bar Council’s first pilot programme of Balint reflective practice groups — and the positive impact of peer reflection on barrister wellbeing and practice.

  • 15 June 2026
  • Blog