The Bar Standards Board (BSB) has just launched a public consultation on new rules to promote equality, diversity and inclusion at the Bar.
The BSB want to ensure that the Bar is as inclusive as possible and that it is truly representative of the society it serves. Regulation alone cannot achieve that, but regulation can help by supporting barristers to challenge practices which work against diversity and inclusion.
The BSB are very keen to hear views on their proposals from all interested stakeholders, including members of the Bar, the Inns of Court and Circuits across England and Wales, the specialist Bar Associations, the wider Legal Sector and equalities and consumer groups who represent those who face barriers at the Bar.
The BSB would greatly appreciate it if you could take the time to respond to their questions.
The consultation will be open until 5PM on Friday 29 November and you can contact equality@BarStandardsBoard.org.uk for any questions you may have.