2016 | University of Bristol Law School

HRIC at International conference on the effective implementation of the Istanbul Protocol 20 September 2016

Combating torture and other ill-treatment: An Amnesty International book launch and panel discussion 19 September 2016

Dr Eirik Bjorge takes part in the proceedings at the International Court of Justice 16 September 2016 Dr Eirik Bjorge was a part of the Kenyan team in the proceedings before the International Court of Justice

Dr Eirik Bjorge gives speech at European Court of Human Rights in honour of outgoing Judge Mahoney 16 September 2016 On 9 September 2016 Dr Eirik Bjorge spoke in the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg in honour of the out-going British judge in the Court, Judge Mahoney.

Osborne Clarke to support Law Clinic expand with training and mentoring package 13 September 2016 A partnership between the Law Clinic and international legal practice Osborne Clarke will see students starting at the Law Clinic this year supported by senior lawyers and trainee solicitors.

Q&A: Summer Volunteering in the Law Clinic 19 August 2016

Dr Michael Naughton Quoted in Guardian 17 August 2016

Law students to run drop-in advice sessions with Bristol Drugs Project 11 August 2016

Potions and Prosecution 29 July 2016 Dr. Gwen Seabourne, Reader in Legal History at the University of Bristol Law School, was interviewed on ITV Wales last night in a programme on the National Eisteddfod in Abergavenny

Graduate Q&A: Best Student Volunteer in the Law Clinic 26 July 2016 Law Student Alice Ratcliffe graduated with a 2.1 in Law this July. She was also chosen to be the first recipient of the Best Student Volunteer in the Law Clinic award. We met up with her to discuss how she felt receiving the award, why she’s going to continue volunteering with the Clinic over the summer, and what advice she would offer students wanting to get involved.

Celebrating excellence. This year's graduate awards. 26 July 2016 The Law School wishes to congratulate the graduating class of 2016. This year saw 85% of graduates achieving a 2.1 or above.

Alumnus Daniel Schaffer (LLB 1986) receives honorary degree for his tireless work for law students 19 July 2016 An enthusiastic supporter of Bristol’s Law School, Daniel Schaffer is committed to doing whatever he can to help each generation of law students - and on receipt of his honorary degree encouraged them also to reach back, engage and repay.

Law Student on road to Rio, following silver at European Athletics Championships 12 July 2016 Law student Jazmin Sawyers secured a silver medal for long jump at last week's European Athletics Championship - and a place on Team GB for the Rio Olympics.

Brexit, public funds and big business 29 June 2016 In his latest blog, Dr Albert-Sanchez Graells, looks at how Brexit may have negative effects for the control of public expenditure, particularly regarding subsidies to large companies

The law and politics of withdrawal from the EU 28 June 2016 On Thursday June 23, the people had their say. Over 17 million Britons voted to leave the EU. In his latest blog, Dr. Phil Syrpis looks at the mechanism of withdrawal, and the terms of any withdrawal agreement and future trade agreement with the EU. He particularly focuses on Article 50 and asks whether there is any way back once it is triggered.

Targeted and tortured: UN experts urge greater protection for LGBTI people in detention 27 June 2016 To mark the International Day for the Victims of Torture on 26 June, a group* of UN human rights experts, including Professor of Law Sir Malcolm Evans, is calling on States to redouble efforts to prevent the ill-treatment and torture faced by LGBTI people in places of detention:

Sir Malcolm Evans: International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 27 June 2016 European and UN anti-torture bodies: duty to protect dignity of detained persons more relevant than ever in current global context of instability and economic crisis

Ellie Butler: child welfare v parents’ rights 27 June 2016 In all the commentary on the tragic death of Ellie Butler, there has been very little discussion of the decision made to return Ellie to her parents. In her latest blog, Prof Judith Masson highlights how this was a truly exceptional decision, and questions the decision to revoke Ellie's Special Guardianship Order (SGO) with her grandparents.

Professor of Law & History commemorates WW1 conscientious objectors 24 June 2016 Prof Lois Bibbings draws upon her research to remind us of the courage of conscientious objectors who resisted military conscription during the First World War.

Why I volunteered for the Law Clinic 23 June 2016 Before coming to Bristol, Emily Kelvey received a First Class in Politics and International Relations from Loughborough University. She has just finished the first year of the MA in Law here at Bristol. In this interview Emily talks about why she choose Bristol, her role in the Law Clinic, the satisfaction of giving back to the local community, and how the experience has increased her employment prospects. She also has some advice on time management for students wanting to apply for next year!

Student recognised for contribution to equality and diversity 23 June 2016 The Law School wishes to congratulate undergraduate Chloe Maughan for being shortlisted for a Student Union (SU) award for Equality and Diversity. The nomination is in recognition of her voluntary work promoting equality and diversity through accessible, exciting and engaging campaigns or events.

Brexit: A climactic decision? 22 June 2016 With the Referendum imminent a blog from Reader in Sustainability and Law, Chris Wilmore, questions why the environment has singularly failed to make itself an issue in the BREXIT debate.

Scholarship scheme aims to break down barriers for asylum seekers and refugees 21 June 2016 Law School academics and students play key role in introduction of scholarship scheme for refugees, asylum seekers and their dependants, launched by the University of Bristol this week.

UK Trade after Brexit: Is the WTO a suitable alternative? 21 June 2016 As a regional integration lawyer, Dr Clair Gammage believes the arguments put forward by both camps in the Brexit debate overlook the complexity of international trade. In her latest blog, Dr Gammage discusses how the power base has shifted from the traditional “sovereign State” toward international institutions and regional organisations - and questions if the WTO provides a viable alternative to EU membership.

How Brexit could affect millions of Europeans living and working in the UK 20 June 2016 BBC Mundo has published a background piece on the effects that Brexit could have for EU migrants living in the UK - and for UK nationals living in the rest of the EU, estimated to be more than 4 million people. Dr. Albert Sanchez-Graells provided comment.

Legal implications of Brexit on UK Defence Procurement 20 June 2016 Defence procurement may not be at the top of the Brexit agenda but it has courted some controversy in the press. In this blog Dr. Luke Butler asks; what are the implications of Brexit for the legal regulation of defence procurement?

Would a Brexit Significantly Change the Way the English Public Sector Buys Supplies and Services? 17 June 2016 With a few days to go for the all important UK referendum on EU membership, a blog from Dr. Albert Sanchez-Graells analyses one of the issues that can affect trade between the UK and the EU to a very large extent: that is, the regulation of public contracts.

Brexit and Collective Labour Rights 16 June 2016 There has been considerable concern expressed regarding the employment rights that British workers would lose by virtue of Brexit. In her latest blog, Professor Tonia Novitz outlines why it is not so straightforward in respect of collective labour rights.

Brexit Series: Workers' Rights 15 June 2016 As part of our Brexit Series, Michael Ford QC, Professor of Law at the School, debates the potential consequences of Brexit on UK employment rights.

New undergraduate course: LLB Law and Spanish 15 June 2016 The Law school introduces new LLB Law and Spanish for 2017, expanding its portfolio of undergraduate law with study abroad courses

The West Decides: University of Bristol EU Debate Now Live 15 June 2016 Last month the Law School's Dr Phil Syrpis chaired a spirited debate on the pros and cons of remaining in the European Union by a quartet of political big-hitters. The video is now available online.

National Volunteer Week: John Peake, Director of the Law Clinic, wins award for outstanding work 14 June 2016 Last week the University celebrated the work of John Peak enriching the educational experience of volunteer students through the delivery of pro-bono legal support to those that would otherwise be unable to afford it.

Brexit Series: European and National Non-Discrimination Law 13 June 2016 In the latest Brexit themed post on the University of Bristol Law School Blog, Dr. Jule Mulder, Lecturer in Law at the School, pens her opinions on Brexit and non-discrimination law.

Brexit Series: Let's take back control - or should we? 13 June 2016 In his latest blog post Dr Phil Syrpis, Reader in Law at the University of Bristol Law School, discusses the potential consequences of Brexit.

Focus on Brexit 13 June 2016 Throughout the EU referendum, Law School academics have been helping shape the debate, providing opinion on the diverse legal implications of Brexit.

Brexit Series: Brexit and Nature Conservation 12 June 2016 In her latest blog Dr. Margherita Pieraccini, Lecturer in Law at the University of Bristol Law School, has penned her thoughts on the prospect of Brexit in next month's referendum, and the potential consequences for nature conservation law.

Oliver Quick presents paper at US Health Law Professors Conference 10 June 2016 Dr. Oliver Quick, Senior Lecturer in Law at the University of Bristol Law School, presented a paper at the 39th Annual Health Law Professors conference on June 4th 2016 hosted by Boston University and Harvard Law School.

National Volunteers’ Week: Bristol students recognised with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2016 10 June 2016 This week the Bristol Students’ Union, which includes Law Students working for the School’s Law Clinic, has been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK.

Professor Michael Ford advises Select Committee on Sports Direct case 10 June 2016 This week Sports Direct owner, Mike Ashley, appeared before MPs at a Business, Innovation and Skills Select Committee hearing to face questions over working conditions at his company’s warehouse in Derbyshire. The Committee also heard evidence from the agencies used by Sports Direct and from the union Unite.

National Volunteers’ Week: Boost your skills with volunteering 9 June 2016 In our latest update from the Careers Service, Lara Melhuish, Employability Consultant for the Faculty of Social Sciences & Law, talks about the benefits of volunteering – and why you need to shout about it when you start applying for jobs.

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