We know that many Practitioners, due to pre-lockdown earnings, are not covered by the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme and may be facing hardship. We're offering financial support now.
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I got a 'U' for my English Literature 'O' Level and failed English Language 'O' Level twice, before switching examining boards. So it amazes me now how so important English Language plays in my job, in eg writing about legal and political theory. Failure doesn't mean failure.
We're trying to provide & highlight resources for aspiring barristers from under-represented backgrounds.
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86% of sets that receive over half their income from publicly funded criminal work will go under within a year.
"Who will be there to represent victims & defendants whose cases the government slung in the ‘backlog corner’? Amanda Pinto QC, Chair of the Bar
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Bar Council reacts to £150m boost for courts:
"We hope this is a sign that the govt is committed to restoring law & order and investing across the whole justice system, because, although this money will help, on its own it cannot undo years of neglect."
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Today has been filled with lots of amazing success with the published results. It’s been a very testing time for students and staff. We are all in it together, let’s remember that. To those starting their Bar journey or LPC in September, we wish you the best of luck @UCLanLaw
Can I just say a big thank you to all the staff who are dealing with our e-mails, calls, telegrams the lot this morning 😂I know I must have sent 15 e mails but they are on hand to help. Please e mail your hub and or module leader direct if you have any queries.@UCLanLaw
@jackwmcollins @UCLanLaw Well done Jack! You truly are going to be the best barrister! Good luck my friend. See you at Graduation or failing that, the other side! 😊🥂