NEWS and analysis

A Bar Council working group has made four recommendations on the KC application process.

Every Crown Court will have at least one dedicated courtroom for two years.

Catherine Atkinson MP succeeds Andy Slaughter, bringing 17 years’ experience at the Bar.

The Bar Council says a proposed judge-led system could create more appeals and delays

Lord Briggs will succeed Lord Reed when he retires from the role in January 2027

Government-backed scheme will provide matched funding for criminal pupillages across England and Wales

Bar Council urges 6% increases to guilty plea and daily attendance fees

Bar Council says sanctions against ICC officials risk undermining judicial independence

The Bar Council AGM 2026 will take place on 12 September, with resolutions closing on 17 August

Bar Council says investment, not fewer jury trials, is the answer to court delays

Bar Council urges greater transparency after reporting widespread prisoner delivery delays

Bar Council outlines international visits, conferences and events planned for the remainder of 2026

Tribunal found three misconduct charges proved after CPD failures and false declaration

New agreement sets out how the Commissioner for Conduct will work with the judiciary