Female barrister applies for ‘boys’ club’ disciplinary case to be thrown out | Barristers
A prominent female barrister facing disciplinary proceedings after she said a judge displayed a “boys' club attitude” has applied to have the case against her dismissed, arguing that she is held to a higher standard than male barristers. Charlotte Proudman is a member of the Garrick Club who was charged by the Bar Standards Board […]
English courts consider nixing mandatory wigs for barristers amid concerns they’re ‘culturally insensitive’
A UK court is considering whether to scrap the requirement to wear wigs for barristers over concerns that the dress code requirement is “culturally insensitive”. A spokesperson for the Bar Council, which represents barristers in England and Wales, said: “Following questions from barristers about wigs and hair discrimination, the Bar Council has made decisions about […]