The Bar

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6 Feb 2012

Most barristers open-minded on working at ABSs

Most barristers are con-sidering or might consider working in an ABS, a survey of 3,000 barristers for the Bar Council and Bar Standards Board has revealed.

6 Feb 2012

Two should become one

Fusing solicitors and counsel into a single profession will lead to a more promising future for all, argues Julian Young

1 Feb 2012

Most barristers open to working for ABSs, survey reveals

Most barristers are considering or might consider working in an ABS, a survey of 3,000 barristers for the Bar Council and Bar Standards Board has revealed.

23 Jan 2012

Further drop in pupillages

The number of pupillages being offered to young barristers has declined for the third year running, a report for the Bar Council has revealed.

23 Jan 2012

Solicitor advocates, unite

At times Lord Judge sounded more like an amateur dramatic society tutor sharing a few tricks with wannabe stage stars.

18 Jan 2012

Further decline in number of pupillages, report reveals

The number of pupillages being offered to young barristers has declined for the third year running, a report for the Bar Council has revealed.

19 Dec 2011

Striking back

We may not be able to strike, but we can still fight for the Bar's survival, says Felix

12 Dec 2011

A losing battle

Direct access is pitting solicitors and barristers against each other when instead we should be working together, says Marilyn Stowe