The key challenge for both students is and universities to integrate AI technologies thoughtfully and responsibly into learning and assessment, says Dr Thomas Lancaster
Jonathan Fisher KC’s Independent Review of Disclosure of Unused Material in Criminal Cases was presented to Parliament in March this year. He sets out some key findings and recommendations
Under attack, with few cases to try and arrest immunities on the rise, is the ICC worth saving? asks Chris Stephen
As the Israel-Palestine situation intensifies further, might we see British suspects on trial for war crimes at the Old Bailey? Sean Summerfield on UK jurisdiction, remit of the Met War Crimes Team and the future of prosecutions
Diego F Soto-Miranda has experienced both the best and worst of treatment as a ‘different-looking colleague’ at the Bar. Marking the launch of Middle Temple’s Disability Forum, Diego reflects on 25 years in practice and the journey ahead
Drawing on cases involving domestic abuse, FGM, forced marriage and child abduction, Dr Charlotte Proudman says that women are being let down by the Family Court
What began as a call to protect the voiceless has quickly evolved into a serious legislative proposal, says Christina Warner. She discusses Ruby’s Law, the campaign calling for companion animals to be included in protection orders
Bar Conference – held for the very first time on Circuit – is set to examine the Bar’s culture, public inquiries and the future of justice. Join us in person on Saturday 7 June in Birmingham with the Midland Circuit hosting a Bar Mess on the Friday evening
It is incumbent upon us to support our colleagues in other countries and there is no shortage of opportunity, writes Sophia Kerridge
The percentage of female presiding judges in private FDRs has increased by 35% in three years – simply as a result of individuals in the profession changing their practice. What else can we change? asks Katharine Landells
Anguilla
This appointment is intended to be transitioned to the first Director to lead an independent Department of Public Prosecution.
Update from the Chair of the Bar
By David Green
Mário Barroso, Head of R&D and Method Development at AlphaBiolabs, examines the forensic science underpinning hair drug testing, its evidential scope and limitations, and why it remains the gold standard for evidencing patterns of drug use in family proceedings
Unlocking your aged debt to fund your tax in one easy step. By Philip N Bristow
Clement Cowley, Partner at The Penny Group, discusses the upcoming changes to pensions and Inheritance Tax and the potential impact on your financial future
Save the Children UK is the latest charity to benefit from a £500 donation from AlphaBiolabs via the company’s Giving Back initiative
James McNeill Whistler at Tate Britain until 27 September Rothko in Florence at Palazzo Strozzi until 23 August Reviewed by Stephen Cragg KC
The Chief Legal Officer to the Metropolitan Police, barrister Brett Welch, tells Anthony Inglese CB about his mission and the work to turn the Met around
Barrister apprenticeships shortly to provide the fourth pathway to the Bar are an ideal opportunity to support local talent and ‘grow your own’, say Tim Coulson and Dr Jane Dennehy
Grok around and find out or not? Mariya Peykova investigates the nudification scandal, what the law has to say about sexually explicit deepfakes, and whether stronger regulation is needed
Oliver Lewis spotlights an overlooked yet rapidly evolving area of law coercive and controlling behaviour within care contexts