Lecture Night (Online) – The Crown Court: All Change?

At this Qualifying Session, students will hear a lecture offering a not entirely impartial review of the changes the Courts and Tribunals Bill may bring for practitioners in the Crown Court, as well as an exploration of what is likely to remain unchanged.

This session is being delivered online via Zoom.  Login details will be sent one working day before the event.

Speaker(s)/Tutor(s): His Honour Judge Christopher Kinch KC

QS value: 1

QS theme: Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law

Interactive?: No

Timings:
17.45: Registration
18:00 until 19.30

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

Learning Aims: The aim of this Qualifying Session is to develop an understanding of the key proposed changes to the Crown Court under the Courts and Tribunals Bill, consider their practical impact on practitioners, identify what aspects of practice are likely to remain unchanged, and reflect on how future barristers can prepare for and adapt to these developments.

Professional Statement Reference: (Access the full Professional Statement for Barristers here):

1.1 : Uphold the reputation of the Bar and observe their duty to the court in the administration of justice

1.16 : Comply with regulatory requirements set down by the Bar Standards Board, including the Code of Conduct.

2.6 : Ensure they practise with adaptability and flexibility, by being self-aware and self-directed, recognising and acting upon the continual need to maintain and develop their knowledge and skills.

Cancellation Policy: Students should consider all bookings a professional commitment and should only book onto an event if they fully plan on attending. Once booked on, students will be unable to cancel and receive a refund other than in exceptional circumstances.

This event is a Qualifying Session.