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It all depends on point of view  

‘The Bible tells us to love our neighbours, and also to love our enemies; probably because generally they are the same people.’ – G. K. Chesterton 

21 November 2016
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The importance of giving

  

While pro bono work is a significant part of how the Bar gives back to society, over a third of barristers volunteer for charity work outside their profession. Haresh Sood inspires with some alternative ways of giving  

We all see and hear of people doing charity runs, walks and triathlons for a number of causes, which is a valuable source of fundraising.  

21 November 2016 / Haresh Sood
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Book review: The Panama Papers: Breaking the Story of How the Rich & Powerful Hide Their Money

Authors: Bastian Obermayer and Frederik Obermaier
Publisher: OneWorld Press (2016)
Paperback: 384pp
ISBN: 978-1786070470
Price: £12.99
 

24 October 2016
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Book review: Darien: a Journey in Search of Empire

Author: John McKendrick QC
Publisher: Birlinn Ltd (2016)
Hardcover: 288pp
ISBN: 978-1780273204
Price: £20
 

24 October 2016
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That old problem of ‘nerves’  

‘Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence’ – Vince Lombardi 

24 October 2016
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Travel broadens the mind  

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart”– Confucius 

26 September 2016
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Freedom’s banner

From its earliest beginnings in 18th century England to today’s street protests, Paul Harris explains why the right to demonstrate still matters  

The legal and practical issues surrounding street demonstrations have remained remarkably similar over the 200 years since the idea of peaceful demonstrations was first thought of.  

26 September 2016 / Paul Harris SC
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Blogger profile: Waiting for Godot

Counsel speaks to Jolyon Maugham QC, the tax law blogger Waiting for Godot  

Where did the inspiration come from to write the blog? 

30 August 2016 / Jolyon Maugham KC
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Passing laws is not a substitute for taking action  

'There is far too much law for those who can afford it and far too little for those who cannot’ – Derek Bok 

30 August 2016
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