Anti-Bullying & Harassment for the Bar
Addressing bullying and harassment at the Bar, centred on recommendations from the Independent Review led by Baroness Harman KC.
Duration
1 Hour
Lessons
11
CPD Hours
1
Certificate
On Completion
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Five practical outcomes from this training
Recognise behaviour that constitutes bullying and harassment in a chambers context, including less obvious forms such as exclusion or inappropriate remarks
Understand the effects of bullying and harassment on individuals, team culture, and the reputation of chambers
Know the regulatory and legal framework, including BSB requirements, the Equality Act 2010, and the recommendations of the Harman Review
Understand the importance of creating a culture where inappropriate behaviour is challenged and reported, and what that looks like in practice
Know where to seek support and guidance, how to use reporting structures, and what steps to take as a witness or bystander
About this training
The Independent Review of bullying and harassment at the Bar, led by Baroness Harriet Harman KC, documented serious and widespread concerns. Everyone at the Bar, from Heads of Chambers to support staff, has a role to play in addressing bullying and harassment.
This training builds understanding of what constitutes bullying and harassment, how to identify it, and how to respond. It covers the regulatory and legal framework, the findings and recommendations of the Harman Review, and the practical steps chambers can take to create a safer working environment.
Developed by experienced barristers working in-house at Briefed, this training is built for everyone in chambers.
Key topics
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1
The Independent Review of bullying and harassment at the Bar
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2
Types of bullying, harassment, and discrimination
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3
Regulatory requirements for chambers
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4
The issues you may face at the Bar
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5
Your responsibilities as a member or employee
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6
Chambers responsibilities under the BSB Handbook
Frequently asked questions
Bullying and harassment include any unwanted behaviour that intimidates, humiliates, or offends another person, whether intentional or not. Under the Equality Act 2010, harassment also covers behaviour related to a protected characteristic. In chambers, this can occur between barristers, pupils, clerks, or staff.
Training helps create a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment. It ensures everyone understands what constitutes unacceptable behaviour and how to respond. The BSB expects all chambers to take active steps to prevent and address bullying and harassment.
Everyone working in chambers should complete anti-bullying and harassment training, including barristers, clerks, administrative staff, and pupils.
The BSB recommends that training be refreshed every three years, or sooner if there are policy or personnel changes.
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Briefed offers advisory, audit, and policy services alongside training. If your chambers needs support beyond eLearning, we can help.