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Barristers inherently face very specific challenges on a daily basis. If you need some help click on support to find contact details and advice on seeking support.
The professional lives of clerks and chambers’ staff include many potential stressors. If you don’t know how to broach an issue, want advice on your options.
These resources have been designed specifically for those who have completed their BPTC and for pupils up to tenancy.
Resources
Guidance on how to introduce wellbeing policies and initiatives and on tackling a wellbeing issue in chambers.
Examples of successful wellbeing initiatives adopted by chambers, Specialist Bar Associations and the Inns of Court.
Support
Who to talk to, how to get help in coping with the pressures and demands of life at the Bar.
Who to talk to and how to get help, resources are for clerks and staff themselves.
Support for students and pupils
Who to talk to and how to get help for those who have completed their BPTC and for pupils up to tenancy.
The confidential 24/7 helpline with access to counselling for barristers, pupils, clerks and chambers’ staff.
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Wellbeing news and events
Here you can find current news and events related to wellbeing in the profession.
Please get in touch if you would like to submit an article to be published or information about an event.
The Bar Council wellbeing latest update
Celebrating Wellbeing Champions
We are proud to shine a spotlight on the chambers and organisations recently awarded the Bar Council’s Wellbeing Certificate of Recognition. This recognition honours those who go above and beyond to create supportive, healthy working environments for barristers, clerks, and staff. Congratulations to the following recipients for their commitment to wellbeing at the Bar: 36 […]
Building Connection and Resilience at the Bar
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, the Bar Council spoke with barristers Eleanor Keehan and Nina Caplin about how a sense of community has sustained them through the challenges of their careers. Their stories highlight how connection and shared experience are central to wellbeing at the Bar. Community at the Bar Looking to deepen […]
In Recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week: Watch & Reflect
In support of Mental Health Awareness Week, we are sharing a collection of short, powerful conversations around mental health and wellbeing. These videos feature insights from wellness advocates and professionals, aiming to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and provide practical tools for everyday care. Explore the series: The importance of Mental Health Awareness with Sofia Feghali […]
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The information and resource packs on this website are designed to help you and your colleagues to work as a community for better wellbeing and professional resilience. If you want to provide feedback on these resources, or to get involved in promoting wellbeing please get in touch.
It is the Wellbeing at the Bar (WATB) Programme’s Policy that we are willing to advertise Stakeholders’ Wellbeing events, but not to advertise the goods, services or events of third parties.
The Bar Council, individual stakeholders in the WATB Programme, and the WATB Working Group membership, welcome comments and ideas from those wishing to work with us to improve Wellbeing at the Bar.
2 in 3 barristers feel that showing signs of stress equals weakness