Chair of the Bar Kirsty Brimelow KC said: “I have followed with concern this exceptional attempt to refer Rajiv Menon KC for contempt of court.

The Bar Council Chair released a statement regarding a contempt of court case, addressing its implications…

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Roman Zavrsek: I am honoured to participate as a president of the CCBE in the Rule of Law High‑Level Conference organised by the Cyprus Presidency

Roman Zavrsek, President of the CCBE, participated in the Rule of Law High-Level Conference in Cyprus,…

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I. Stephanie Boyce CBE FKC: “We must also recognise those who sustain that system, the people behind the profession.”

On 9th June, I will participate in the London Legal Support Trust London Legal Walk to…

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I. Stephanie Boyce CBE FKC: The question for us is not whether change is needed, but whether we are prepared to carry that work forward, with courage.

I delivered the Annual Christabel Pankhurst Lecture at The University of Manchester, emphasising the continuous struggle…

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Kirsty Brimelow KC: Government Defeats Key Court Amendment

Kirsty Brimelow KC commented on the government's rejection of an amendment aimed at establishing a specialist…

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Chair, Kirsty Brimelow said: “Focus should be on opening courts with sufficient staff..”

The measures to reopen the courts are welcome Source: https://x.com/thebarcouncil/status/2045176159847977429?s=20

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I. Stephanie Boyce CBE FKC: Sponsorship is not an act of generosity. It is an act of leadership.

The message encourages individuals to advocate for others by mentioning their names for opportunities they might…

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Kirsty Brimelow KC Calls for Amendments to Courts and Tribunals Bill

Chair Kirsty Brimelow KC has made a compelling call for MPs to revise the Courts and…

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Kirsty Brimelow’s Call for Action on Government Delays

Kirsty Brimelow addressed MPs, urging the government to concentrate on the underlying causes of delays. She…

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Richard Atkinson Discusses David Lammy’s Controversial Plans

Richard Atkinson, former president of the Law Society, has provided commentary on David Lammy's plans, which…

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I. Stephanie Boyce CBE appointed as Deputy Lieutenant for Buckinghamshire

Buckinghamshire has appointed five new Deputy Lieutenants: I. Stephanie Boyce CBE, Graeme Dell, Group Captain Anne-Marie…

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Kirsty Brimelow KC on Jury Elimination Debate

Debate surrounds the potential elimination or reduction of juries in the UK, with leaders in the…

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