The Bar of Ireland Podcasts

Discussing her recent Bar Review article co-written with Sean Gillane SC, Eithne Reid O'Doherty BL outlines the legal landscape around domestic abuse, coercive control and stalking - as well as what work still needs to be done. Content Warning: This episode contains some graphic discussion of domestic abuse cases which some listeners may find upsetting. Helpline numbers: Womens Aid: 1800 314 900 M...

SLBA Podcast Competition winners Noel Campbell Jr. BL & Neil Horgan BL are joined by a stellar line-up of guests, discussing Irish football post-Brexit and the opportunities and challenges surrounding a potential all-island league. The views expressed in this podcast are the contributors' own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Bar of Ireland. Intro Music: Positive Fuse - French Fuse

Do we have a right to a healthy environment? Clíona Kimber SC and Dr. Andrew Jackson of UCD talk on a model environmental law, Climate Case Ireland, biodiversity and their outlook on the future in this all-encompassing discussion on climate law. The views expressed in this podcast are the contributors' own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Bar of Ireland. Intro Music: Positive Fuse -...

The Council of The Bar of Ireland recently welcomed a new General Scheme of a Bill addressing Human Trafficking issues; however had raised some issues in an October submission to the Oireachtas Justice Committee. In this episode, Colm O'Dwyer SC highlights some issues in the General Scheme of the Criminal Justice (Sexual Offences and Human Trafficking) Bill 2022. The views expressed in this podcas...

As winners of the Sports Law Bar Association Podcast Competition, Noel Campbell Jr BL and Neal Horgan BL meet with a range of sports personalities to discuss what the implications of Brexit are on football in Ireland. In this episode hosted by Ali Bracken Ziad BL, Noel and Neal hear from Dr. Seán Ó Connaill, UCC; Liam Kearney, Head of Academy at Cork City FC; Brian O'Callaghan, Treaty United; Bren...

Climate migration, displacement, international protection and Ukraine - Michael Conlon SC & Denise Brett SC speak on these issues and more related to Immigration, Asylum and Citizenship law in this episode of our in Focus Series. For more information on IACBA and their 2022 Conference on 25th November, visit www.iacba.ie. Intro Music: Positive Fuse - French Fuse

The crypto-asset market has increasingly become an area of intense interest for policymakers and regulators in recent years; John Breslin SC and David Sweetman BL delve into this topic and chart how the law is responding to developments in this new area. Adapted from an article published in The Bar Review Volume 27 Issue 4. Read more at: lawlibrary.ie/bar-reviews Intro music: Positive Fuse - Frenc...

Tomás Keys BL considers how the new Order 99 Rule 9 of the Rules of the Superior Courts – including how a recent judgement casts light on how wasted costs orders can now possibly be brought against barristers as well as solicitors. Adapted from an article published in The Bar Review Volume 27 Issue 4. Read more at: lawlibrary.ie/bar-reviews The views expressed in this podcast are the contributors'...

To celebrate Black History Month 2022, Law Library Members Aoife Farrelly BL and Femi Daniyan BL are joined by three aspiring lawyers - Teniola Shittu, Eric Ehigie and Munachi Soribe. The wide-ranging discussion focuses on the students' perceptions of the Bar, barriers to access for people from minority backgrounds, and steps the Bar is taking to improve access, equality and diversity. The views e...

Eugene Deering BL argues that the "insight" clause in the 2021 Personal Injury Guidelines, reducing awards for plaintiffs suffering traumatic brain injuries, is a cause for concern. Adapted from an article published in The Bar Review Volume 27 Issue 3. Read more at: lawlibrary.ie/bar-reviews More about Eugene here: https://www.lawlibrary.ie/members/mr-eugene-deering-bl/ The views expressed in this...

What are the three types of temporary release from prison? How has recent case law impacted on this area? Miranda Egan Langley BL explores all this and more in this episode based on her contribution to a recent issue of The Bar Review. Adapted from an article published in The Bar Review Volume 27 Issue 3. Read more at: lawlibrary.ie/bar-reviews The views expressed in this podcast are the contribut...

Eoin Clifford SC speaks on how he came to practice in the wide-reaching area of tax law, recent developments in the domain, and the upcoming inaugural Tax Bar Association Conference. The Tax Bar Association Conference takes place on Saturday 8th October in Dublin, featuring talks from top practitioners in the area and members of the Judiciary. Register here: https://ti.to/BarofIreland/tba-conferen...

How does new regulation impact on Crowdfunding platforms? Brendan Guildea BL explores the the 2020 EU Crowdfunding Regulation and Statutory Instrument 702/2021. Adapted from an article published in The Bar Review Volume 27 Issue 3. Read more at: https://lawlibrary.ie/bar-reviews View Brendan's interview with TRASTRA at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0haqq7T4oI The views expressed in this podcas...

On the occassion of his retirement, The Hon. Mr Justice Kevin Cross speaks to David Nolan SC, reflecting on a 36 year career at the Bar, his time at the Bench, and some of the personalities & experiences of his distinguished career. This is based on a recording from June 2021. The views expressed in this podcast are the contributors' own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Bar of Irela...

What can we do to make the Bar more accessible? In our latest podcast in collaboration with disAbility Legal Network, Aoife McNickle BL and Silvia-Maria Crowley BL were joined by our colleagues from across the sea, Faisel Sadiq of Gatehouse Chambers and Mark Henderson of Doughty Street Chambers, to discuss what we can learn from our neighbouring jurisdiction on disability inclusion. What followed...

We caught up with artist Emma Stroude in her studio in Sligo. Emma is embarking on the 2022 In Plain Sight commission of Frances Kyle and Averil Deverell, who were the first women to be called to the Irish Bar in 1921. In Plain Sight is a joint initiative between The Bar of Ireland and The Honorable Society of King's Inns to increase representation of women in the law through portraiture. Learn mo...

Courage is the theme of Pride 2022. In this informal, free-flowing discussion, Sean O'Sullivan BL, OutLaw Network, Aoife McNickle BL, Chair of our Equality & Resilience Committee, and our colleague Amy Walsh BL discuss what it means to be LGBTQ+ at the Bar. And how any and all of us - including The Bar - can play a role. Intro Music: Tropic Fuse - French Fuse

This is an audio version of a fantastic hybrid seminar on the legal protections being proposed in respect of the Native Irish Honey Bee, held at The Bar of Ireland. As this was recorded across Zoom as well as in person, the sound quality is less than optimum, but the value of the contributions and discussion no less. Photograph by Alvesgaspar, distributed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share A...

What are the accessibility barriers for people with disabilities in the legal profession? This discussion, originally recorded in December 2021, aims to enhance awareness about disabilities and to promote diversity and inclusion within the profession. Hosted by Aoife McNickle BL, chair of the Equality and Resilience Committee, the panel consists of: Silvia-Maria Crowley BL Caoimhe Grogan, Trainee...

Over the last few decades, the intersection of law and sports has evolved into its own discipline. What does it involve? In this episode of our In Focus series, Susan Ahern BL, Chair of the Sports Law Bar Association outlines this area of practice, and gives a fascinating insight into the top issues in sports litigation today.

Lauren Tennyson BL joins this week's episode to talk about the latest developments in Employment Law, her journey to the Bar, and the work of the Employment Bar Association. Hosted by Ali Bracken Ziad BL.

How can we be more inclusive as a profession? This webinar, organised by The Bar of Ireland Equality and Resilience Committee, explores the topic of race inclusion. Chaired by Aoife McNickle BL, the speakers for this event are: Simon Regis, Bar Council of England and Wales Sandra Healy, CEO and Founder, Inclusio Leon Diop, CEO and Co-founder, Black and Irish

What's new in Construction Law? In the first episode of our Specialist Bar series, Ali Bracken Ziad BL interviews Barra McCabe BL, a barrister practicing in Construction Law. Topics range from the Construction Bar Association itself, to the latest developments and trends in this area of practice. Intro music: Positive Fuse - French Fuse

Emer Woodfull BL speaks with special guest Professor Louise Richardson in this year's International Women's Day event, hosted by The Bar of Ireland's Equality and Resilience Committee. Professor Louise Richardson is Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford. She was previously Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of St Andrews. A native of Ireland, she studied history in Trinity Colle...

How does Artificial Intelligence intersect with Justice? From how AI can be used in the administration of justice, to the laws governing the use of AI in the private sector, barrister Aoife McNickle BL explores these topics in two interviews. Firstly, Gerard Groarke BL gives an overview of the applications of AI. Later, Michael O'Flaherty, Director of the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights, speaks o...