| Training | Requirement | CPD Activity |
| 1. GDPR | The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) requires annual data protection training for all members and staff. This requirement is specifically outlined in the legal sector's new GDPR standard, LOCS:23, section 8.3.9. | 2/3 hours for members 1 hour for staff |
| 2. Cyber | A majority of insurance providers, and those who maintain Cyber Essentials certification, require annual training. | 1 hour |
| 3. Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Work | Annual training is essential to withstand scrutiny from employment tribunal judges and the Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). This is based on the EHRC's guidance on new legislation here, as well as direct feedback from employment tribunal judges who expect organisations to demonstrate annual training implementation. | 1 – 1.5 Hours |
| 4. Equality and Diversity | Per the Bar Standard Board (BSB), here (page 13), E&D training should be provided to all members and staff with refresher courses provided periodically. Most sets will do this every three years which is recommended by the Bar Council as well. | 1 Hour |
| 5.Anti-Racism | The BSB's Anti-Racism Statement, released in November 2020, mandates that all staff and members undergo anti-racism training. Much like with E&D and Fair Recruitment, the best practice here is to complete training every three years. | 1 Hour |
| 6. Fair Recruitment | The BSB requires all individuals involved in recruitment processes to complete specific recruitment training. In practice, this training is to be done every three years. See here. | 1 Hour |
| 7. Pupil Supervisor | As per the BSB here (point 17), training for all those who wish to be a pupil supervisor must complete training at least every three to five years. | 1 Hour |
| 8. Public Access Training for Barristers | As part of your authorisation requirements for Public Access work under rC120 of the BSB Code of Conduct, you must evidence that you have appropriate completed BSB-Approved Public Access training. | 3 Hours |
| 9. Public Access Training for Clerks | The BSB expects all members and chambers offering services under Public Access to ensure all clerks involved in the provision of Public Access work are appropriately trained. | 2 Hours |
| 10. Fair Allocation of Work | The BSB requires training for all those involved in case allocation. In practice, this training is conducted every three years, aligning with the BSB's Fair Recruitment and selection guidance. | 1 Hour |
| 11. Manual Handling | Health and Safety legislation requires training for all staff. | 1 Hour |
| 12. Sanctions Training | BSB requirement for chambers and members who may deal with sanctioned entities – see here from BSB which provided reference to need for training. See here. | 1.5 Hours |
| 13. Anti-Money Laundering | The BSB, in conjunction with anti-money laundering legislation, requires chambers and members whose work falls under money laundering regulations to be aware of their specific obligations and required steps. - See here. | 1.5 Hours |
| 14. Anti-Bullying and Harassment | The BSB is focusing on this area and it is anticipated that training will become mandatory for all by the end of 2025. | 1 Hour |
| 15. Unconscious Bias | Training is considered best practice for all those involved in the recruitment process. | 1 Hour |
| 16. Strategic Networking | Training is considered a key business skill for clerks and junior members. | 1 Hour |
| 17. Heath & Wellbeing | Health & Wellbeing Portfolio including Menopause, Stress Management, Vicarious Trauma, Mental Health Awareness and Workplace Pregnancy Loss. Training in these areas is considered best practice. | 0.5-1 Hour each |
