Over 3,200 lawyers including retired judges, past and present Bar Council Chairs and a former DPP call on Prime Minister to stop jury trial proposal

More than 3,200 lawyers including a former head of the CPS, retired judges, senior barristers, solicitors and academics have urged the Prime Minister to stop the government's jury trial reforms ahead of a parliamentary debate on new legislation.

"‘Give to gain’ is the hand outstretched to women": Bar leaders reflect on IWD

For International Women's Day, our women Bar leaders discuss what they hope to see change for women at the Bar in the next decade, what they would do differently if they were starting their career at the Bar today and much more.

IWD 'Give to gain' - young Bar share advice they would give their younger selves

As part of the 2026 International Women's Day theme 'give to gain', 5 women members of our Young Barristers' Committee share one piece of advice they would give their younger selves at the beginning of their career.

Middle East crisis - Bar Council statement

We have postponed our upcoming Dubai event and encourage lawyers affected to register with the FCDO and follow the travel advice for the country, the advice of the local authorities and the relevant British embassy or consulate. 

Pump Court Chambers - Employment (2 April 2026)

£ N/A | London, Winchester, Swindon, Canterbury | start date ASAP

Pump Court Chambers - Employment (2 April 2026)

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Pump Court Chambers - Family Finance (2 April 2026)

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United Arab Emirates - Bar Council statement

The Bar Council is aware that barristers are currently working in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).