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Mixed Messes provide an opportunity to engage one to one or in small groups with Members of Hall.

This evening begins with a drinks reception where you can meet and later dine in groups of four (a mess) with barrister and judicial members of the Inn. Dinner is preceded by a talk given by a guest of the Treasurer.

Speaker Lord Justice Mark Warby will discuss the topic of ‘Free speech in modern democracy’

Event details

Location: Hall, Benchers’ Entrance

Date and registration time: Thursday 21 March, 5.15pm

Who can attend: Open to all Members of the Inn

Dress code: Dark suits and gowns

Cost: 

In recognition of the benefit Members of Hall provide to the education and professional development of our student Members at Mixed Messes, tickets for barrister Members both under and over three years call are currently free of charge.

  • Students (Gray’s Inn student Members only): £18
  • All Members of Hall: Free
  • Benchers: £30

Cost online:

  • All Members: £6

May count towards Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for barristers: view the Bar Standards Board guidance for CPD

How to book

Book online via the Gray’s Inn Online System (GIOS).

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Qualifying Sessions 

Qualifying Session (QS):  1 QS

Theme: Legal knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law

Learning outcomes:

  1. Analyse concepts and principles in relation to the rule of law, the administration of justice and the Bar of England and Wales.
  2. Contribute to legal debate and discussion.
  3. Develop legal knowledge and understanding through discussion with practitioners.

This QS relates to the following elements of the Professional Statement for Barristers: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 3.1, 4.1

Preparation required: No

Please see Qualifying Sessions for further information.

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