by Malcolm Birdling | Jun 5, 2020 | General
ALBA joins the Bar Council in expressing its deep concern at events in Minneapolis and elsewhere that exemplify systemic racism and violence against black people. Excessive use of force offends the rule of law. It is imperative that all people are treated equally and...
by Malcolm Birdling | May 4, 2020 | General
The conduct of hearings by video-link or telephone (“remote hearings”) can pose particular challenges for advocates. ALBA has prepared a set of recommendations to assist advocates properly to prepare for, and effectively participate in, such hearings in public law...
by Malcolm Birdling | Apr 14, 2020 | General
Dear Members, I hope all of you are staying safe during this difficult period. In this link you will find details of a joint appeal from the four Inns and the BBA for members of the Bar adversely affected by Covid-19 and the closure of the courts, and I ask that you...
by Malcolm Birdling | Mar 28, 2020 | General
The Administrative Court Office has issued updated Guidance regarding the procedures which must be followed during the current COVID-19 shutdown. This may be viewed here. The Court has also advised that from 18 May 2020, it will be possible to upload all document...
by Malcolm Birdling | Mar 8, 2017 | General
Please see below a message from the Bar Pro Bono Unit, which you may wish to bear in mind when completing the ATP process this month. We are now in the Authorisation to Practice (AtP) period and you have the opportunity to donate £30 to the Bar Pro Bono Unit. In 2016...
