Equality, diversity and inclusion
Barristers fear ‘detrimental consequences’ after new duty proposed
Barristers in England and Wales will be under a duty to “act in a way that advances equality, diversity and inclusion” if proposals by their regulator are implemented.
The Bar Standards Board has launched a consultation on replacing a current “core duty” in its handbook which tells barristers they must not “discriminate unlawfully against any person”. Th…
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