An event by the Inns of Court Alliance for Women. This event is both online and in-person.
The Harriet Harman 2025 report for the Bar Council on bullying and harassment at and of the Bar has received a mixed reaction from the Bar. Some say the report captured the essence of a major problem at the Bar or in certain parts of the Bar. Others say those reporting to the enquiry on which the report was based were a self-selecting group which did not represent the Bar as a whole and led to a misrepresentation of life at the Bar.
This session is aimed at all at the Bar - whether pupils, juniors, or silks, and of course at both men and women. It will take place as a panel discussion led by Middle Temple's Co-Convenor Ruth Kirby KC with the panel comprised of those who have experienced bullying at the Bar and other members of the Bar who hold informed views on the issues. On registration, there will be an opportunity for attendees to suggest issues to be tackled during the discussion.
Please kindly note that the event will be held under the Chatham House Rule. For further information, please see here.
Bookings will be taken via Gray's Inn. Book here.
Members of all four Inns are welcome.
Please get in contact with us at least 3 working days ahead of the event to make us aware of any dietary requirements.
Please note that this is not a Qualifying Session.
Bookings can be made via the Gray's Inn website, please see here. Unless the event sells out before, bookings will close four working days before the event.
If you have questions about accessibility at the Inn or if you would like to request support, please email Laura Hacon.
The Inn is committed to improving access to all its services and encourages members to get in touch with suggestions and feedback on how we can improve. If you feel your experience using the website or attending one of our events could be improved, please email Laura. Your suggestions will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Middle Temple endeavours to make the Inn as inclusive as possible for all of its members, guests and staff.
If you have questions regarding religious practice at the Inn or at Inn events, or if you would like to request support, please email the Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator Laura Hacon. The Inn endeavours to make reasonable adjustments where possible.
The Inn is committed to improving access to all its services and encourages members to get in touch with suggestions and feedback on how we can improve. If you feel your experience using the website or attending one of our events could be improved, please email Laura. Your suggestions will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Data Protection & Photography
Please be aware that photography, audio and video recording may take place at our events. These may be used for promotional purposes by the Inn, including in printed publications, on our website, and on our social media accounts. If you do not wish to have your photograph taken or to have images of you used, please alert the Membership Team at the start of the event. We are unable to guarantee that you will not be included in the background of photographs that are being taken. Contact: 020 7427 6385, members@middletemple.org.uk
All personal data that the Inn stores and processes is held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Inn’s Data Protection Policy. You can ask the Inn to stop using your images at any time, or request to see the personal data that the Inn holds on you. For more information please visit the Data Protection page: http://www.middletemple.org.uk/about-us/data-protection