Lords Constitution Committee Inquiry: Rule of Law

The House of Lords Constitution Committee has launched an inquiry into the rule of law. The Committee has launched a call for written evidence on its website, which explains what the inquiry is seeking to explore:...

BSB invites initial feedback on strategy development

The BSB are currently preparing a five-year strategy, a comprehensive plan for the regulation of the barrister profession into the 2030s. This strategy will set out their priorities for the years ahead, offering a clear road map of how they plan to deliver their...

Statute Law Society Conference

‘Legislation and the Constitution: Renton 50 Years On’ 06 June 2025 – Registration now open! The Statute Law Society will hold a conference at the Houses of Parliament on 6 June 2025, marking the 50th anniversary of the Renton Report. The conference will...

OGC barristers’ Equality Diversity & Inclusion Networking event

Ofgem’s Office of the General Counsel’s (OGC) would like to invite you to a barristers’ Equality Diversity & Inclusion Networking event, at Blackstone Chambers, Blackstone house Temple, London EC4Y 9BW, on Tuesday, 11 March 2025, from 5pm onwards, to...

Update from Advocate

Donations during the barristers’ practising certificate renewal process (ATP) During ATP, barristers have the option to donate to Advocate. Donations from this process make up almost 50% of their annual income, making them crucial to their sustainability as a charity....