International visits and events
The Bar Council organises a number of bespoke international visits and events, both at home and abroad. These include business development trips overseas, conferences on English and Welsh law, and various domestic and international events such as seminars, roundtables, and the hosting of incoming delegations of overseas lawyers.
These events are designed to promote the Bar in selected jurisdictions, and to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and the development of legal links and legal business overseas.
Overseas missions and conferences are open to barristers who subscribe to the Bar Representation Fee.
Mexico Development Visit 2024
The Bar Council undertakes its fourth development visit to Mexico, from 12 to 13 September 2024.
UAE Business Development Visit 2024
The Bar Council undertakes a development visit to the UAE, from 10 to 14 November 2024.
Mexico Development Visit 2023
The Bar Council undertakes its third development visit to Mexico, from Thursday 21 to Friday 22 September 2023.
East Africa Business Development Visit 2023
From 17-19 October 2023, the Bar Council undertakes a visit to Nairobi, Kenya.
Common Law in Europe conference
The Bar Council's International Committee, in collaboration with the Cyprus Bar Association, is pleased to announce the upcoming English-Cypriot Common Law Conference, taking place on the 14 June 2024.