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.
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.
“Swift justice” requires realistic resourcing says Bar Council Chair
The Bar Council's Spending Review submission makes the case that investment in justice is needed for public safety and economic growth
Cutting court sitting days causing real concern
The MoJ confirms a cap on Crown Court sitting days of 105,000
Funding for justice down 22% since 2010 – new Bar Council report
Our new report analyses public spending under the last government
Bar Council responds to BSB proposals on equality rules
The Bar Council will scrutinise the proposals carefully and encourages everyone at the Bar to do so