Garden Court North Chambers

07/05/2024

📅10 DAYS TO GO📅

Colin Wells, author of 'Abuse of Process' - now in its fourth edition, will present a one-hour seminar on abuse of process in criminal proceedings, at Garden Court North Chambers on 17 May, 5-6pm.

Places are limited for this event but there are still a few remaining.

If you would like to book a place, for what will be a fantastic free event, go to:

Colin Wells, author of Abuse of Process, will present a one-hour seminar on Abuse of Process in criminal proceedings at GCN.

03/05/2024

Have you ever logged into a webinar while on the beach?
How about logging into a webinar where the presenter is on the beach?

Well, this afternoon, we've been whisked away to sunny Brazil for Jonathan Holt's webinar on ADR applications.😎🏖

If this looks like a way you would like to learn, keep an eye on our events page for future events with Jonathan: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/resources/news/events/

02/05/2024

🚨LAST CHANCE TO BOOK🚨

The fantastically engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable, Jonathan Holt will be hosting a free, hour-long webinar on ADR applications tomorrow from 1-2pm.

Don't miss out, book your place now at: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/event/adult-dependent-relative-applications-broadening-the-horizons/

01/05/2024

Due to increased demand for our leading housing team we are inviting applications from experienced housing barristers, who share our ethos and dedication.

Find our more about tenancy at: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/join/tenancy-garden-court-north/

26/04/2024

“17-year-old Charlie was let down by the health and social care system when he needed it the most."

GCN's Ciara Bartlam was instructed on this inquest by Kelly Darlington and Alice Wood. The family was supported by
Jodie Anderson of INQUEST.

The inquest into the death of Charlie Millers has concluded that multi-agency failings and the decision not to place him on constant observations probably contributed to his death at Prestwich Hospital in 2020.

Charlie's family have been represented throughout by Kelly Darlington and Alice Wood of Farleys' inquest team alongside Ciara Bartlam of Garden Court North Chambers and INQUEST caseworkers. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4beWaef

26/04/2024

🚨1 week to go!🚨

GCN's Jonathan Holt will be presenting a free 1-hour webinar - Broadening the horizons of ADR applications - next Friday (3 May), 1-2pm.

Expect an engaging and informative session from a talented barrister and presenter.

Book your free place at

Jonathan Holt from our Immigration and Asylum team will be hosting this one-hour virtual session about Adult Dependent Relative applications.

26/04/2024

Due to significant demand across all our core practice areas, we are welcoming applications for tenancy from barristers of a range of experience.

Read about our work, ethos and members on our website, and find our more about tenancy at: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/join/tenancy-garden-court-north/

25/04/2024

📣JOB OPPORTUNITY📣
We are looking for a dynamic and creative Communications Manager to oversee the promotional activities of GCN.

You will be involved in creating content for some of the UK's most high-profile cases and collaborating with leading junior barristers and KCs.

Take a look at the work we do at https://gcnchambers.co.uk/

If you would like to find out more about the role, including salary, got to: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/vacancy/communications-manager/

24/04/2024

🎟MAY EVENTS🎟
Take a look at our forthcoming events.👇

📅3 MAY
Jonathan Holt, from our Immigration and Asylum team, will be hosting a one-hour informal and interactive webinar to discuss Adult Dependent Relative applications and appeals.

https://gcnchambers.co.uk/event/adult-dependent-relative-applications-broadening-the-horizons/

📅17 MAY
Colin Wells, of 25 Bedford Row, will be delivering a seminar at Garden Court North Chambers about Abuse of process in criminal proceedings, including a recent case review and practical considerations for practitioners.

https://gcnchambers.co.uk/event/abuse-of-process-in-criminal-proceedings-case-update/

24/04/2024

GCN's second-six pupil Alexa Thompson has had a note published in the popular housing blog 'Nearly Legal'.

Alexa’s note summarises the context, details, and conclusion of the case, - Secretary of State for Work and Pensions v JA (2024) UKUT 52 (AAC) (UTJ Church) - in which it was judged that Universal Credit claimants leaving supported or temporary accommodation have been unlawfully losing ‘transitional protection’ due to the discriminatory effect of the Universal Credit (Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2014.

GCN’s Tom Royston represented JA, instructed by Elliot Kent and Sophie Earnshaw from Shelter.

Read Alexa’s note in full on the Nearly Legal blog at https://nearlylegal.co.uk/2024/04/universal-credit-transitional-protection-and-temporary-accommodation/

22/04/2024

Colin Wells, author of Abuse of Process, which is now in its fourth edition, will present a one-hour seminar – Abuse of process in criminal proceedings – at Garden Court North Chambers on 17 May, from 5pm - 6pm.

Colin’s presentation will include a recent case review in the area as well as practical considerations for practitioners.

Find out more about the event and book your free place at: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/event/abuse-of-process-in-criminal-proceedings-case-update/

19/04/2024

🚨2 WEEKS TO GO🚨

GCN's Jonathan Holt will be providing an informal and interactive webinar on 3 May, 1-2pm, about Adult Dependent Relative applications and appeals.

Jonathan will discuss:

- “Typical” ADR requirements and how to satisfy them.

- How “atypical” ADR applications can find success.

- How to encourage decision makers away from typical ADR expectations (of eg: low mobility, etc.)

- The Top Ten ways to lose an ADR appeal.

- A broadening of the potential scope for ADR applicants.

Book your free place at:

Jonathan Holt from our Immigration and Asylum team will be hosting this one-hour virtual session about Adult Dependent Relative applications.

17/04/2024

🚨JOB OPPORTUNITY📣
Applications are now open for the role of Communications Manager at GCN!

If you, or someone you know, would like to promote the fantastic work we do & support our efforts to uphold human rights & fight for social justice, please go to: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/vacancy/communications-manager/

This a great opportunity to work alongside dedicated and supportive barristers and staff in a role offering a broad range of responsibilities.

15/04/2024

📅NEW EVENT - 3 MAY🚨

The fantastic Jonathan Holt, from our Asylum and Immigration team, will host a one-hour informal and interactive webinar to discuss Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) applications and appeals.

Jonathan will discuss:
- “Typical” ADR requirements and how to satisfy them.
- How “atypical” ADR applications can find success.
- How to encourage decision makers away from typical ADR expectations (of eg: low mobility, etc.)
- The Top Ten ways to lose an ADR appeal.
- A broadening of the potential scope for ADR applicants.

Book your free place now at

Jonathan Holt from our Immigration and Asylum team will be hosting this one-hour virtual session about Adult Dependent Relative applications.

15/04/2024

35 years ago, the Hillsborough tragedy resulted in the unlawful killing 97 people.

would create a duty of candour on public authorities & officials to tell the truth & proactively cooperate with official investigations & inquiries.

You can find out more about Hillsborough Law and how to support the Hillsborough Law Now campaign at: https://hillsboroughlawnow.org/

Below, watch Anna Morris KC & Pete Weatherby KC explain the idea of a duty of candour at the UK Parliament Human Rights Committee last year.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mudPxAvaRL8&list=PL4rI9Dt4r77qYXfivXlBNvqCkXPnYINaI&index=3&t=8s&pp=gAQBiAQB

Responding to an important question from Joanna Cherry, Pete Weatherby KC explains to the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights how the "backstop" of...

09/04/2024

We are delighted to announce that Rebecca Wright has joined GCN as part of our Family team.

Find out more about Rebecca: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/gcn-welcomes-rebecca-wright/

05/04/2024

GCN pupils Alexa Thompson and Helen Peden are now in their second six.

Find out more about them and their experience, at

Pupil barristers Alexa Thompson and Helen Peden are now "on their feet" after commencing the practising period of their pupillages this week.

26/03/2024

In their written evidence to the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee, GCN's Pete Weatherby KC and Anna Morris KC discuss significant problems with Public Inquiries and the related processes.

Read a summary of their evidence with a link to the full document at: https://gcnchambers.co.uk/public-inquiry-problems-highlighted-to-hol-committee/