Press releases
Find all the latest major announcements, breaking news, press releases and commentary from the Bar Council on issues affecting the barristers' profession, justice and the rule of law.
The purpose of the Bar Council's press releases are to represent and promote the Bar nationally as well as globally, bring its voice to the public domain and defend the rule of law.
For more information about any press release, call the External Relations & Communications team on 020 7092 8175.
First civil legal aid increase since 1996 long overdue
The Bar Council has welcomed the proposed additional £20 million a year for legal aid in housing and immigration
BSB Equality Rules amendments proposals are the wrong approach, warns the Bar Council
The Bar Council has published its proposed response to the Bar Standards Board’s proposed amendments to the equality rules forming part of barristers’ conduct obligations.
Independent report supports call for immediate uplift in criminal legal aid fees
The Bar Council is repeating calls for an immediate 15% uplift in criminal legal aid fees for barristers, following the publication of the first Criminal Legal Aid Advisory Board report.
Budget: Welcome step for justice but still a way to go
The Bar Council has welcomed the overall settlement for justice in today’s Budget
Bar Council comments on Sentencing Review announcement
Bar Council welcomes the sentencing review announced today
Employed Bar Awards 2024 winners announced including first Lifetime Achievement Award
The Employed Bar Awards celebrated the quality and range of work by the employed Bar with the first ever Lifetime Achievement Award being given.
BSB regulatory proposals muddy the waters
The Bar Council is concerned new proposals will create uncertainty over compliance and responsibility
Celebrating 75 years of women silks – excellence in advocacy
Over 350 women KCs and judges joined the celebrations at the Royal Courts of Justice
Lawyers play key role in safeguarding election integrity
It is now more important than ever for the legal profession and justice system to ensure that the rules governing the integrity of elections are respected.