ALBA statement regarding events of the last week

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...

ALBA Remote Hearing Guidance

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...

Message from the Bar Pro Bono Unit

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...