barristers

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They sit with two side members who are sports lawyers, barristers or mediators.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

The Criminal Bar Association said it was a "brave and significant first step" but the government needs to recruit and retain criminal barristers and solicitors.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

A date for the trial had originally been fixed for 23 February, but barristers were granted more time to resolve issues involving witnesses and disclosure.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Justice Minister Naomi Long said barristers were set to receive a 16% fee increase by mid-January, but the uplift did not stop the strike.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

“One of those white wigs that British barristers plop on top of their heads when they are trying a case.”

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg