Nine Chambers is committed to creating a culture of equal opportunities for all.
Chambers seeks to ensure that no member of Chambers; member of staff; pupil or client is treated less favourably on the grounds of their sex, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, marital status, colour, race, nationality (including citizenship) or ethnic or national origin or on the grounds of disability, religion or age.
Nine Chambers adheres to the Bar Council Equality Code and has a dedicated Equality and Diversity Committee.
Members of Chambers and staff actively review their approach to equality and diversity and steps that have been taken include:
- Members of Chambers and staff have completed Equality and Diversity training,
- Chambers’ approach to pupillage and recruitment is in line with its commitment to equal opportunities for all. We also comply with the requirements of the Bar Council Equality Code,
- Chambers has a comprehensive Equality and Diversity Policy
- Our Equality and Diversity Officers consistently monitor and regularly review Chambers’ progress in relation to equality and diversity,
- We publish our Equality and Diversity Data.
- As set out in our Equality and Diversity Policy, Chambers promotes a family-friendly atmosphere which allows members of Chambers and members of staff to balance their work life and their family life to suit their individual needs,
- Chambers commits to supporting any individual who identifies as trans and/or non-binary and/or gender fluid. If any individual wishes to discuss their gender identity or seek support in their interactions with our Chambers, please contact the Equality and Diversity Officers who will work with you sensitively and with understanding,
- Chambers recognises the importance of making our facilities and premises accessible to all. Our building has step-free access and lifts to enable visitors to mover with ease throughout our building. We have state of the art technology which is adaptable to meet any visitors needs. Any reasonable adjustments or particular requirements can be requested through Ms Rachel Swift, Chambers Practice Manager,
- We run an Access Award Scheme, providing opportunities to access the Bar and the Judiciary for those from non-traditional backgrounds and under-represented groups.
