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Falling behind Sydney and Melbourne for most of the past 12 months has prepared South Australia for a solid resurgence in 2010
South Australia's year-on-year performance is relatively subdued at just 5.12% according to Residex data. However, 2010 is shaping out to be another bumper year for the southern state.
According to Tim Lawless, research director of rpdata.com, last year's laggards such as South Australia will see stronger performance as the leaders consolidate their gains.
"The market that showed the greatest growth in 2009 will be replaced by the markets that have underperformed. Cities like Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth being the underperformers in 2009 are poised to be the better performers in 2010. The risks are also minimised in those cities because they're still early in the cycle and values have not grown that much compared to Sydney, Melbourne and Darwin," says Lawless.
Growing undersupply
Ask any agent in Adelaide what is affecting the property market and they will likely say undersupply, undersupply and more undersupply. The state is well ahead of its predicted population growth and a lack of new land has left renters struggling to find homes.
South Australia's population grew by 1.2% or 19,400 over the year to June 2009 boosted by strong net overseas migration gain of 17,073 persons according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. It also recorded a natural increase of 6,954 persons during the same period.
However, dwelling approvals continue to decline. In the year ended October 2009, the number of dwelling approved in South Australia fell 16.3%. Sharp falls occurred across the board, with the Eyre Statistical Division recording the largest decrease (30.7%).
For investors, though, this is great news. Rents are up, prices are moving forward and vacancy rates are 1.3% - on par with Sydney and Melbourne. According to the Residex, Adelaide's median house price is up 2.46% to $370,000 in the November. Solid demand for units lifted values by 4.20% during the year ending November 2009.
"South Australia is punching well above its weight and has weathered the storm very well," says Michael Brock, president of the Real Estate Institute of South Australia. "We have seen prices increases over the past 12 months, which is very much on the trend. On the back on the Olympic Dam and potential mining projects, investors are seeing SA as the next state to take off."
However, the severe under supply leaves investors with a challenge: where can they buy property? "While we've seen first home buyers and investors coming into the market, the general population isn't persuaded to put their house on the market and move," says Andrew Koukouro of Century 21 Central. "There is definite shortage of housing in the lower market and in the middle market. In Adelaide the middle market is around $450,000 - $650,000."
As way of example, Koukouro says he recently put his own property on the market and had 1,000 internet hits in three days. Koukouro thinks the problem of supply will improve "when people feel their jobs are safer and they are more confident".
The lack of consumer confidence, which is preventing owners selling up, has also been noted on the rental market, with tenants choosing to hold onto their leases rather than move and risk higher rents. It's a case of 'better the devil you know, than the devil you don't'.
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Iraq, 2004: during a routine sortie a US patrol is ambushed and the young soldiers are forced to put their training and skills into action fast. A determined foe with superior local knowledge, the Fedayeen insurgents soon draw them into close quarter combat and a desperate fight for survival.
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Holiday Activities
So, the holiday season is finally upon us. Cue the Christmas music, eggnog, lights – lots and lots of lights-, the smell of pine trees and needles, the incessantly happy people or the occasional scrooge which finds its way to Cache Valley.
Aside from reading this blog post and seeking (or avoiding) everything mentioned above, what are you going to do to feel the holiday spirit and be of good cheer?
Here are our recommendations of happy Logan activities for the holidays. If you're wondering what to do with the snow, which will inevitably blanket Logan at some point, read this article.
The Parade of Gingerbread Homes
Yep, Logan has its very own Parade of Gingerbread Homes. Peruse downtown to seven local shops and see the amazing Gingerbread feats local culinary architects have created. Get to know Logan better and enjoy the sights of the town, while enjoying a holiday tradition!
Visit here for more information.
Attend a concert
Throughout the month of December, free Christmas concerts are held at the Logan Tabernacle. Performances range from the Cache Children's Chorus, a presentation of Handle's Messiah, and the Westminster Bell Choir.
Visit here for a complete list of performances.
Go see the reindeer, well… the elk
At Hardware Ranch, you can enjoy a sleigh ride while viewing elk within their natural habitat. This can be fun for the whole family, as children excitedly point to the animals and remind you of the magic of the holidays.
Ticket prices for a sleigh ride to see the elk range from $3-$5, depending on age. The ranch is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday's, and noon to 4:30 p.m. Monday and Friday.
For directions or more information, visit the Hardware Ranch website.
See all the lights!
With Elf like cheer, you can begin your quest to see the best light displays Cache Valley has to offer. On December 17, 19 and 26 visit Willow Park Zoo for Zoo Lights. Have fun seeing the animals in a glowing atmosphere. Admission is $2 per person, and this night out is sure to entertain children and adults alike.
Get out of Logan for a bit and enjoy the lights at Willard Bay State Park. With an entrance fee of $10 per car during weeknights and $15 per car during weekends, you can go see lights along the waterside. Enjoy holiday music, food, train rides and visits from Santa. The Bay is open 5 to 9 p.m. Monday through Sunday!
Even if you don't have a specific destination in mind, enjoy looking at lights as you drive through Logan, Hyde Park and Smithfield. As you climb up the mountainside you can view many houses decked out in holiday cheer. Grab some hot chocolate, tune in to a holiday themed station (or bring your Michael Buble Christmas CD, we all know you have it) and enjoy an evening of looking at lights with those closest to you.
It might sound cliche, but 'tis the season to put others first and serve your fellowman. That being said, how should you serve? You can participate in the Christmas Gift Wrap hosted as a fundraiser for Citizens Against Physical and Sexual Abuse (CAPSA).
As part of the Christmas Gift Wrap, you can either volunteer to wrap presents, or get your presents wrapped for a small fee. All proceeds from the event will be given to CAPSA.
Buy a gift for a child in need. Many shops and restaurants have giving trees where you can pick an ornament with a child's name and age on it. From there, you can purchase something for that child, and return it to the store you received the name from. This is one great way to serve and get involved in the community.
You can also benefit those around you by shoveling snow. As your neighbors walk past your house or apartment, they'll appreciate being able to walk calmly and easily past without worrying about slipping. You can even shovel your neighbors driveway.
No matter how you serve, you're sure to feel holiday cheer as you reach out to others and put them above yourself this year.
Happy Holidays!
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Autumn is here and Winter is here, so that can only mean layering and getting some knitwear and jumpers for the upcoming season. I love knitwear and jumpers, there is a huge variety of styles, colours, patterns and fabrics to buy, and you can create a great deal of different looks, depending on the style you would like to go for. I will showcase 10 of the biggest brands and fashion labels, from the more modest and budget friendly end of the high street, to some higher end brands and fabrics. You'll find some advice and tips on what to look out for when choosing your knits for this autumn and winter.
Fabrics – Wools, Blends And Cotton
When you think of knits and jumpers you probably think of wool. But not all are wool, at least not 100% wool. Some at the cheaper end are a blend of wool and other materials, including cotton, the mix of the fabrics can even be only 5% wool. Typically, it's a better option to go for wool, they are usually better quality and usually cost a little more, depending on the brand you go for. But there are different types of wool too. The reason why there are different wools is because they are from different sheep (or other animals)
Lambswool – It's the wool from a lamb, typically any lamb, and is commonly the first shearing of the lamb. It's fine and soft.
Merino Wool – Is always from a Merino Sheep, and is usually thinner and cooler than other wools. It's usually better quality than lambswool, but since it can be more fine if you wear a shirt under your Marino knit it may show through.
Cashmere – From the cashmere goat, it's probably the best wool which you'll come across when buying. It's really soft and high quality, and is usually expensive, especially if you're buying from a high end brand.
Cashmere Blends – A lot of fashion brands sell "cashmere blends" and other forms of blends. This means that it will contain some cashmere, but you should check the label with regards to how much cashmere. A lot of fashion brands do this because most people associate cashmere with quality, so even if there is only 2% cashmere they can say it's a cashmere blend. Always go for the real deal if you actually want cashmere.
Types Of Knits
Fine Knit – These are very soft, plain styles of knits which many jumpers use
Cable Knit – Knitted using a Cable stitch, these types of sweaters have thick, cable knitted patterns
Ribbed – The jumper has a ribbed texture, which is usually vertical but can also be horizontal or patterned.
Necklines: V-Neck and Crew Neck
The two main necklines are V-neck and Crew neck, also called round neck collar. They are both self explanatory to what they actually are, but when would you wear each one, and what with?
V-Necks expose your under layer, so a shirt is required for this look. When choosing your V-Neck sweater, make sure you own a shirt, or buy a shirt which compliments the colour of the sweater you have. You'll probably have three layers on your upper body (shirt, knit, jacket/coat) so make sure they compliment each other well to create a good look which works for the occasion. Wearing a V-Neck without anything under, especially in the colder months is not so stylish and should be avoided.
Round neck collar knits are slightly more versatile, since they cover your whole neck there is not a need to layer if you don't feel the need. Having said that, there is still plenty room to layer, wearing a shirt under with the collar exposed will maintain the layered look, make sure you choose colours which compliment each other well.
Colours & Patterns
For this season there is no set rules for colour. You can create a more monotone and minimal style by choosing black, greys and dark blues, which will work well in both a casual and more formal situation. You can brighten up your look by adding colour; A brighter blue, red, green, brown and even purples can work perfectly well and will add a bit of colour to your look. Patterns and prints can also be quite smart, as long they are not loud, and are quite minimal in the colour palette.
Check out 30 of the best knitwear for this season from 10 of the best fashion brands, check out the colours, fabrics and styles on offer this season.
High Street Clothing Brands
- H&M V Neck Merino Wool Jumper – £29.99
- H&M Wool Blend Cable Knit – £29.99
- H&M Merino Wool Knit – £24.99
H&M have a large collection of knitwear, jumpers and sweaters at lots of price points. Check out their Modern Essentials range for the more premium offerings, such as 100% merino, or get a cotton variation for under £15.
- Uniqlo Extra Fine Merino Off White – £30
- Uniqlo Extra Fine Merino Navy – £30
- Uniqlo Extra Fine Merino In Pink – £30
Uniqlo has a range of sweaters available at different price points, including a 100% cashmere offering for only £90. For 100% wool, choose their extra fine merino knits which are available in an array of colours, one of my favourites has to be the pink which really stands out.
For 2016 Zara have introduced several knits and sweaters in all price points, made from varying materials, including 100% wool, mixes and the coveted cashmere sweater which can be bought for just under £90. favourite from Zara is the checked sweater. I really love the check sweater, and the colour of the cashmere is something very unique.
This season ASOS have a huge range of knitwear available which includes lots from their own brand line as well as other high street clothing labels. With traditional and classic types of jumpers available, I've selected some different styles here which really stand out and will add something different to your wardrobe.
River Island
- River Island Double Layer Jumper – £30
- River Island Light Brown Chunky Ribbed Jumper – £22
- River Island Dark Grey Ribbed Knit – £25
River Island has a few brand new double layer jumpers, one of which I have selected which is seen above. It gives the look of having a patterned shirt underneath which will keep your look casual. As well as that, they have a nice selection of inexpensive jumpers which will keep you warm in Autumn and Winter.
Mango MAN
- Mango Man Cable Knit In Grey- £45.99
- Mango MAN Cotton Cashmere Blend- £35.99
- Cotton Silk Blend Sweater – £45.99
From Mango MAN I have selected a cable knit jumper which has a cricket style to it, with a patterned V-neck in contrasting colours. A really nice colour for a cashmere blend, I think everyone needs a knit in this colour, call it medium brown, camel or beige, they're all similar. I have a couple of their silk blend cardigans, so I have selected a jumper from their knitwear range which will be just as good.
Premium High Street Clothing Brands
Reiss have a lot of really good options for jumpers and knitwear for this season, including a cashmere premium jumper in a few seasonal colours which looks really nice. The grey cable knit will work with anything, and the striped jumper comes in lambswool and will add something extra to any outfit.
Gant is definitely one of my favourite clothing brands when it comes to jumpers and knitwear. They have a huge variety of styles, fits and necklines, and are very good quality. Owning at least one Gant knit for this Autumn / Winter is highly recommended.
I have a couple of cashmere knits from Jaeger and they're really good and luxurious, so I have to have at least one in this list. A new addition for this season is a colour block jumper, which would make a good statement piece. I love buffalo check anything, and this knit is a really nice design.
Hugo Boss
- Hugo Boss BACI Wool & Silk Blend Sweater – £129
- Boss Green Rime-W16 Knit – £99
- Boss Orange Albino V-Neck Knit In Wool Mix – £85
Depending on your budget, Hugo Boss has several different options from their different sub labels, including Boss Green, Boss Orange, Hugo Boss, and BOSS, with the latter being the most prestigious and expensive. I've selected a few different jumpers from their different lines, including Boss Green and Boss Orange.
Hopefully these will keep you warm this Autumn and Winter! As always, if you're looking for more information, check out my men's fashion tips for advice and style guides on what to wear this season, and what's currently hot in the menswear world.


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Starting with swimming in the afternoon at Hotel Matahari or Hotel Brongto Yogyakarta to refresh the body and soul. After that we going to have dinner at traditional street food restaurants. After dinner I could take you to the Ramayana Ballet Dance performance. This is a combination of Javanese opera and traditional music instruments called "Gamelan". After the show we could finish in a cafe or bar to relax for a bit.
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I've been living in Whistler for almost 8 months now. And despite being here that long, I've really only scratched the surface. I'm lucky enough to have my own personal tour guide however. My boyfriend Matt has been living here for 15 years and has shown me some of the less visited/touristy places. Here are some of my favourite places that I've visited so far. I've split this into Winter and Summer activities, as they really do depend on the season.
Whistler has lots to offer year round, as a non-skier, this list is great for both skiers and non-skiers. I did take a few skiing lessons on the Mountain when I had my ski pass, and I'd highly recommend taking some as snow school were fantastic.
Winter/Autumn (Fall)
I must admit I'm not a huge fan of winter, I hoped Whistler would change my mind. And it did, the snow was great. It was a winter wonderland, a truly magical place unlike anywhere I've been before. Here are some of my favourite activities this past winter.
The Whistler Coca-Cola tube park is located on Blackcomb and really good for groups or families. On rainy days they will close some of the lanes, mostly the ones where you can go down as a group. But if you can go on a good snow day it is so much fun! There are also smaller tubes and lanes for little people.
2) The Peak to Peak Gondola
The Peak to Peak Gondola connects Whistler Mountain's Roundhouse Lodge to Blackcomb's Rendezvous Lodge. It holds the Guinness World Record for:
- World's longest unsupported span for a lift of this kind at 3.024km/1.88miles
- World's highest lift of its kind at 436m/1,427ft above the valley floor.
The Peak to Peak gives you a 360 degree view. Several of the gondolas even have a glass bottom, meaning you can view the mountain below you. Pretty rad, no?
3) Snowmobiling!
Snowmobiling was one of the funnest things I did this past winter. I was lucky enough to go on a 3 hour snowmobile tour with a friend through Canadian Wilderness Adventures. There are two options for this, single or double riders. We did the double and I think it was much more fun with two people on one snowmobile. Our guide was fantastic, she took us to some frozen over lakes where we had to snowmobile down some rather big drops. It was scary, but so so much fun! I have never screamed so much in my life. I'd highly recommend a tour through this company. They take you through the Callaghan Valley and will pick you up and drop you off at Skiers Plaza or a hotel location.
Alternatively, if you have a boyfriend with a snowmobile he can take you for free *wink wink* Although Matt's snowmobile was much bigger for me and far more powerful. Hence flying off of it. Be careful out there!
4) Hike to the Train Wreck
The Whistler Train Wreck is one of the more famous places to visit. This can be done during Winter or Summer, depending on the snow fall. I did this in early winter before the snow came. The train wreck displays lots of local graffiti. There are several different train cars surrounding this area, some in worse condition than others. A great place to hike and mountain bike during the summer months too.
5) Eagle Watching in Brackendale
Heading south into Squamish, a 35 minute drive from Whistler, is the town of Brackendale: The winter home of the Bald Eagle. I visited here in the winter and if you're in the area this is a really cool place to see. In the winter months, Bald eagles flock to this area of BC. You can spot many of these amazing birds in the Eagle run section.
6) Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre
The Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre can be visited all year round. On the day I visited it was a heavy snow day. The inside of the museum has a very calming atmosphere, when coupled with soft snowflakes outside it's a pretty magical experience.
The town of Whistler is situated where the native territories of Squamish nation and Lil'Wat nation overlap. Both cultures very similar but different from each other, came together to build this centre to educate people on first nations culture. I find Native American/First nations history very interesting and thoroughly enjoyed my time here. We joined a free guided tour through the museum, which started with our guides singing a native song for us. We also learned about the different meanings of totem poles. A very insightful visit and highly recommended.
7) Apres!
If you're visiting a ski resort town and not joining in the apres, you're doing it wrong! Here are some of Whistler's most popular apres:
Merlins – Located at the base of Blackcomb mountain, Merlins is the home of endless apres.
Longhorns – one of the more popular places for Apres as Longhorns is located right at the base of the Whistler Gondola
Swedish Apres @ Cinnamon Bear – The Swedish Apres happens every Tuesday. Located inside the Hilton Hotel at the Cinnamon Bear.
Monster Energy Apres @ GLC – The Monster Energy Apres at the GLC (Garibaldi Lift Company) happens once every month, so make sure you check your calendar ad check it out! They have drinks special and a DJ booth on the patio, this event gets full pretty quickly and you do get a stamp for leaving/re-entering.
My favourite! Who doesn't love summer? Here are my favourite things to do in the spring and summer months in Whistler
Visit a Waterfall
So far this season I've visited a grand total of… six waterfalls. That doesn't sound like that many but I feel like I've seen way more.
8) Brandywine Falls
Brandywine is one of the more famous waterfalls around Whistler. The falls can be visited quite easily during summer, it freezes over in the winter but is just as pretty. There is a viewing deck from the top which gets you some pretty good views. Or if like me that's just not good enough, you can always opt to hike your way down to the falls. It's not too difficult once you find your way. We walked around the forest for a while before finding the trail.
9) Nairn Falls
Located north of Whistler in Pemberton is Nairn Falls Provincial Park. The hike into here is really easy and there is a viewing platform here. I'm sure there is a way to hike beyond the viewing deck boundary but on this occasion I wasn't prepared to try it. There is also some great places to hike down to the river on the way to the falls.
10) Alexander Falls
Located in the Callaghan Valley, just before you get to Whistler Olympic Park is Alexander Falls. To get here is really easy and there is no walk to get to the actual falls. It's right at the doorstep of the parking lot. Great for days when you want to see a waterfall but don't fancy the hiking!
11) Shannon Falls
Another one located in Squamish. This area is really good for recreational activities. The Shannon Falls Provincial Park has several hiking trails and places to stop and have a picnic. A really beautiful area. You can also access the trail for the Stawamus Chief trail as well as the Sea to Sky gondola. Just up the road from here is also Alice Lake.
12) Rainbow Falls
This little waterfall isn't as impressive as some of the others. But if you're hiking up to rainbow lake or in the area and want an easy hike, this is a neat little place to see.
13) Miscellaneous
You'll find that you sometimes come across waterfalls while hiking to other places. While hiking through the Whistler Interpretive Forest a few weeks back, we came across this small waterfall (Yes, this is a small one) Apparently is has adopted the name "balls falls" by kayakers.
This is a tiny waterfall we found while hiking this past week to the Ancient Cedars. It's tiny, but just as beautiful.
14) Sea to Sky Gondola
The Sea to Sky Gondola is located in Squamish. I was lucky enough to do this for free, having been given a Vancouver tourism passport through my employer (thanks Four Seasons!) I'd waited months and months to do this, If you're thinking of going up, make sure you get that good blue sky. At $41.95 per person, I wouldn't want to waste such a good view on a cloudy day. Whistler gets some amazing bluebird days during the winter, so whatever season you're visiting you'll get a breathtaking view. The viewing decks as you arrive at the top overlook the amazing fjord that is howe sound. A similar view can be found at the top of the chief.
Once at the top of the Gondola they have a mountain-top restaurant and gift shop, several hiking trails and a suspension bridge. We took the easiest route which was the panorama trail. Along this trail you'll find a variety of lookouts, one featuring Olsen falls.
15) Hike to the ghost town of Parkhurst
Last month I hiked to the ghost town of Parkhurst, previously a small logging town that was abandoned in the 1950's. In order to get here there is more than one trail. The trail that we took was along the railway tracks on the backside of green lake. Most of the houses in this area have now unfortunately fallen down. But there is one house that still stands with a few old trucks and cars. A pretty surreal place to be.
16) Hiking the Ancient Cedars Trail
Before setting off on this hiking trail, I will recommend bringing one thing. BUG SPRAY. I'm currently sat typing this while scratching every inch of my body. The hike into the actual Cedars was fine, but once in, it was mosquito heaven (AKA hell). We passed some hikers leaving the trail who asked if we had insect repellent, after replying with a no, they both hand me a tree branch and tell me I'll need it. I trusted their judgement and yes, it did actually help. Still got eaten alive, but less so I imagine. Getting to see the the biggest and oldest trees in whistler was still a great experience and one I'd recommended.
17) Audain Art Museum
A great place to visit, rain or shine, is the Audain Art Museum. Located in the heart of Whistler, this museum houses lots of native art and exhibitions. I was recently here for the opening reception of the Chili Thom Experience. Chili Thom was a renowned local artist in Whistler who recently passed away. As a lover of surreal art, I think his artwork captures the essence of Whistler and mountain life. I first heard of him shortly after I arrived in Whistler. Some of his work is still on Display in places like Sushi Village. If you are in Whistler while this exhibition is running I'd recommend checking it out.
18) Spot a Black Bear!
During the spring time the bears of Whistler start waking up, and during the summer you're very likely to see one. Just recently I spotted Bjorn the Black Bear while he was outside a block of apartments eating. It was crazy to think how close we were to him. I think this fella is due to be relocated as he is too accustomed to people now. Whistler offers several bear watching tours.
I managed to see these three guys on the road up to Olympic park.
19) Fairmont Fridays
Fairmont Fridays happens every Friday in The Mallard Lounge at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. From 5:30pm to 6:30pm they have a happy hour with free appetisers. As well as deals on wine, beer and half price cocktails. Try the Sangria! This runs year-round so no matter which time of year you visit be sure to check it out.
20) Visit the City/See a hockey Game
Take a day trip and visit the city of Vancouver. A 1 hour 40 minute bus ride from Whistler, you can get a return trip for $35 through Epic Rides.
Enjoy Canada's favourite sport and watch the Canucks play at Rogers Arena. Located near to Yale Town, and China Town there are some interesting neighbourhoods to discover.
Have you visited Whistler yet? What are your favourite things to do here?


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Jason Bittick of Ladera Ranch was runner-up in the SCGA Mid-Amateur on Tuesday in Los Angeles.
Bittick shot rounds of 70-66-71 at Hillcrest Country Club and finished three strokes behind champion Tim Hogarth of Northridge.
Hogarth shot rounds of 67-67-70 to finish 9-under-par for his second consecutive and fourth SCGA Mid-Amateur title. It was the second consecutive year that Hogarth and Bittick finished 1-2 in the event.
"It's a good course for me, the L.A. clubs that are a little more narrow," Hogarth said in an article on the Southern California Golf Association website. "But even with a lead, I knew there were obviously still people that could win."
One of those was Bittick, who trailed Hogarth by two strokes going into the final round and rallied on the back nine to come within a shot. He capitalized on two Hogarth bogeys, on holes 11 and 14, the first bogeys in 44 straight holes for Hogarth.
"There were some tough holes on the back nine," Bittick said. "I just ran out of gas."


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United Kingdom > London Bar > Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) > Law firm and leading lawyer rankings
Index of tables
- Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – Leading sets
- Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – Leading silks
- Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – New silks
- Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – Leading juniors
Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – Leading sets
Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – Leading silks
- Timothy Dutton QC - Fountain Court Chambers 'Instructed in big-ticket FRC and SRA cases.'
- Javan Herberg QC - Blackstone Chambers 'A real expert in the financial services regulation sphere.'
- Richard Lissack QC - Fountain Court Chambers 'Clearly a market leader in handling regulatory work.'
- Ian Stern QC - 2 Bedford Row 'Tireless in his preparation of disciplinary cases.'
- Gregory Treverton-Jones QC - 39 Essex Chambers 'His key strength is knowing the fine line between what can and cannot be done.'
- John Beggs QC - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'Highly experienced in police defence work.'
- Charles Flint QC - Blackstone Chambers 'He represents banks in financial regulatory cases.'
- Alison Foster QC - 39 Essex Chambers 'High up on the list in difficult cases where a silk is needed.'
- Sir Robert Francis QC - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'A heavyweight player, who is always charming.'
- Adrian Hopkins QC - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He knows what the issues are and how to put them across.'
- Ben Hubble QC - 4 New Square 'Hardworking, bright and responsive.'
- Tom Kark QC - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'He prepares thoroughly and is scrupulously fair to his opponent.'
- Mary O'Rourke QC - Old Square Chambers 'Hugely experienced.'
- David Pittaway QC - Hailsham Chambers 'His calm and authoritative approach works well with clients in sensitive cases.'
- Patricia Robertson QC - Fountain Court Chambers 'She combines enormous intelligence with pragmatic and commercial advice.'
- Dinah Rose QC - Blackstone Chambers 'A fierce and brilliant advocate.'
- Mark Shaw QC - Blackstone Chambers 'He represents medical regulators in high-stakes judicial reviews.'
- Monica Carss-Frisk QC - Blackstone Chambers 'One of the FCA's favourites.'
- Thomas de la Mare QC - Blackstone Chambers 'A great advocate and a brilliant strategist.'
- Brendan Finucane QC - Outer Temple Chambers 'Measured, logical and persuasive in front of the tribunals.'
- Zoe Johnson QC - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'She presents her arguments in a deeply compelling fashion.'
- Christina Lambert QC - One Crown Office Row 'She possesses great wisdom and a wonderful ability to read tribunals.'
- Sean Larkin QC - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'A truly impressive leader and advocate.'
- Hodge Malek QC - 39 Essex Chambers 'He appears in financial regulation cases.'
- Graeme McPherson QC - 4 New Square 'He delivers a smooth and assured style of advocacy.'
- Angus Moon QC - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He is very professional and deals with tricky cases impressively.'
- Clive Sheldon QC - 11KBW 'He sees the bigger picture from the client's point of view.'
- Nicholas Bacon QC - 4 New Square 'His work includes solicitors' funding regulation.'
- Alex Bailin QC - Matrix Chambers 'A seasoned adviser with particular insight into financial markets.'
- Gordon Bebb QC - Outer Temple Chambers 'His calm confidence and easy charm make him a delight to work with.'
- Joel Bennathan QC - Doughty Street Chambers 'He has a very well-developed command of strategy.'
- Richard Booth QC - One Crown Office Row 'Instructed by the MDU in dishonesty and sexual abuse cases.'
- Damian Brown QC - Littleton Chambers 'He is quick on his feet and makes complex arguments digestible.'
- Richard Coleman QC - Fountain Court Chambers 'Extremely intelligent and a pleasure to work with.'
- Hugh Davies OBE QC - Three Raymond Buildings 'He represents police officers accused of wrongdoing.'
- John de Bono QC - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'His commercial awareness assists in the management and running of cases.'
- Peter Doyle QC - 25 Bedford Row 'He is always prepared for every potential argument and eventuality.'
- William Edis QC - One Crown Office Row 'He represents registrants before the tribunals and in judicial reviews too.'
- Andrew George QC - Blackstone Chambers 'He appears on both sides of FCA cases.'
- Andrew Green QC - Blackstone Chambers 'An absolute legend – tenacious and very responsive.'
- George Hugh-Jones QC - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'Very highly experienced.'
- Adrian Keeling QC - No5 Chambers 'He defends police officers accused of brutality.'
- Patrick Lawrence QC - 4 New Square 'He is a brilliant lawyer with a real appreciation of the "human" side of cases.'
- Adam Lewis QC - Blackstone Chambers 'A leading light in sports regulation.'
- Alan Maclean QC - Blackstone Chambers 'He represents regulators in public law proceedings.'
- Michael McLaren QC - Fountain Court Chambers 'He represents accountants in ACCA proceedings.'
- Mark Milliken-Smith QC - 2 Bedford Row 'A powerful personality to have in your corner.'
- Simon Monty QC - 4 New Square 'He defends solicitors, accountants and surveyors.'
- Fenella Morris QC - 39 Essex Chambers 'She has an invaluable depth of knowledge across the healthcare landscape.'
- Michael Mylonas QC - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'His ability to grasp the issues and manage the different threads of a case is a strength few counsel have.'
- David Reade QC - Littleton Chambers 'A very impressive thinker.'
- Jenni Richards QC - 39 Essex Chambers 'A first-choice silk in the area, who is loved by judges.'
- Pushpinder Saini QC - Blackstone Chambers 'Very clever and very user-friendly.'
- Simon Salzedo QC - Brick Court Chambers 'As a former accountant, he brings a real understanding of this area.'
- Kuldip Singh QC - Serle Court 'He defends in BSB and FRC proceedings.'
- Mark Sutton QC - Old Square Chambers 'He is able to distil complex issues so the lay client can understand them.'
- Geoffrey Williams QC - Farrar's Building 'His no-nonsense, straightforward and professional manner is hugely impressive.'
Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – New silks
- Clodagh Bradley QC - One Crown Office Row 'A first-class barrister, who is extremely hardworking and easily grasps complex issues.'
- Ben Collins QC - Old Square Chambers 'A consummate performer on his feet; he is a calm and understated advocate.'
- Paul Ozin QC - 23 Essex Street 'Engaging and informative.'
- Owain Thomas QC - One Crown Office Row 'His professional discipline work fits in to a broader public law practice.'
- Gemma White QC - Blackstone Chambers 'She represents the GMC in judicial review cases.'
Professional discipline and regulatory law (including police law) – Leading juniors
- Lydia Barnfather - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'Well regarded for her uncompromising advocacy.'
- David Bradly - 39 Essex Chambers 'His mannered approach makes him easy to listen to and follow.'
- Stephen Brassington - 2 Hare Court 'They should sell tickets to watch his cross-examination of experts.'
- Fiona Horlick - Outer Temple Chambers 'She defends in medical cases with novel arguments.'
- Alan Jenkins - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He can diffuse the stickiest of issues when presenting a case.'
- Andrew Kennedy - One Crown Office Row 'Charming, effective and impeccable in his judgement.'
- Gerard Boyle - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'A strong advocate and an excellent cross-examiner.'
- Catherine Callaghan - Blackstone Chambers 'She provides well-crafted and persuasive advice on public law remedies.'
- Malcolm Fortune - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'His experience makes itself obvious.'
- Mark Ley-Morgan - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He has excellent knowledge of his cases.'
- Kevin McCartney - 5 Paper Buildings 'He defends pharmacists.'
- David Morris - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He has a very effective style of cross-examination.'
- Nicholas Peacock - Hailsham Chambers 'Very good at cross-examining difficult witnesses.'
- Selva Ramasamy - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'He has a lot of experience in professional regulatory law.'
- Michael Uberoi - Outer Temple Chambers 'A great team player, who takes a sensible, pragmatic approach.'
- Kevin Baumber - Three Raymond Buildings 'A regular for police appeal tribunal work.'
- Kate Bex - 2 Hare Court 'A tenacious and effective advocate.'
- Chloe Carpenter - Fountain Court Chambers 'Frequently instructed by the SRA.'
- Andrew Colman - 2 Hare Court 'He defends medical professionals and presents against teachers.'
- Ranald Davidson - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He sees ways through cases that others don't.'
- Heather Emmerson - 11KBW 'She appears against challenging litigants in person.'
- Alexandra Felix - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'She appears in medical cases and defends police officers.'
- Kenneth Hamer - Henderson Chambers 'He brings a wealth of knowledge spanning the whole accounting sector.'
- Saima Hanif - 39 Essex Chambers 'Very user-friendly and smart.'
- Ivan Hare - Blackstone Chambers 'Instructed by the GMC in judicial reviews regarding its powers.'
- Anthony Haycroft - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'Meticulous in his preparation and superb in his delivery.'
- Alexis Hearnden - 39 Essex Chambers 'Sought-after by both the regulator and the regulated.'
- Andrew Hockton - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He can achieve good results for difficult registrants.'
- Jamas Hodivala - 2 Bedford Row 'He ensures clients feel supported and guided.'
- Marios Lambis - 2 Hare Court 'He brings experience of criminal practice to the field.'
- Robert Lazarus - 39 Essex Chambers 'His medical background allows him to deliver helpful knowledge.'
- Jocelyn Ledward - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'Very user-friendly and good at turning around cases.'
- James Leonard - Outer Temple Chambers 'He is extremely approachable and a pleasure to work alongside.'
- James McClelland - Fountain Court Chambers 'He acts for the SRA in judicial reviews.'
- Nicholas Medcroft - Fountain Court Chambers 'He acts for the FRC in the aftermath of high-profile bankruptcies.'
- Rupert Pardoe - 23 Essex Street 'Always well-judged in his defence clients.'
- Richard Partridge - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He gives good, realistic advice.'
- Giles Powell - Old Square Chambers 'An experienced advocate, who gives thorough and practical advice.'
- Paul Raudnitz - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'He argues cases for the GMC and GDC.'
- Susannah Stevens - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'Thorough and great with clients.'
- Claire Watson - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'Clients know she gets results.'
- Vincent Williams - 9 Gough Square 'Efficient, confident and good with clients.'
- Rupert Allen - Fountain Court Chambers 'He has a useful knack for spotting clever points.'
- Scott Allen - 4 New Square 'He is respected by other lawyers in the area and well-liked by clients.'
- Katherine Apps - Littleton Chambers 'An excellent junior with experience above her level of call.'
- Colin Banham - Pump Court Chambers 'Assertive and persuasive on his feet.'
- Matthew Barnes - One Crown Office Row 'An absolute delight to work with.'
- Chloé Barton - Charter Chambers 'She keeps an eye on the bigger picture.'
- Chloe Binding - Red Lion Chambers 'She prosecutes for the GDC and defends in GOC proceedings.'
- Jessica Boyd - Blackstone Chambers 'Calm and measured; she gets right to the heart of a question.'
- Ben Brandon - Three Raymond Buildings 'Instructed in sensitive police law matters.'
- James Buchanan - 2 Hare Court 'Instructed by the NCTL and doctors in sensitive cases.'
- Edwin Buckett - 9 Gough Square 'Very good at defending the Metropolitan Police in civil claims.'
- Victoria Butler-Cole - 39 Essex Chambers 'She takes on major disciplinary hearings and wins them consistently.'
- Matthew Butt - Three Raymond Buildings 'He has excellent judgement in knowing what is worth fighting for.'
- Thomas Buxton - Charter Chambers 'He has a great rapport with the lay clients.'
- Sarah Campbell - 23 Essex Street 'She handles tricky hearings with sensitivity and clarity.'
- James Chegwidden - Old Square Chambers 'He presents in specialist police cases.'
- Ian Clarke - 1 Chancery Lane 'He gives clear advice, which makes him easy to work with him.'
- James Counsell - Outer Temple Chambers 'Extremely thorough and knowledgeable.'
- Betsan Criddle - Old Square Chambers 'She acts for both regulators and registrants.'
- Simon Cridland - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He appears for registrants in GMC and GDC cases.'
- Tom Cross - 11KBW 'He regularly acts for the Bar Standards Board.'
- Carol Davis - Littleton Chambers 'She defends in GMC and NHS Trust proceedings.'
- William Davis - Charter Chambers 'He regularly prosecutes for the NMC.'
- Dr Mary-Teresa Deignan - Charter Chambers 'Frequently instructed by the NMC.'
- Lisa Dobie - 1 Chancery Lane 'She defends police forces in false imprisonment claims.'
- Alexander dos Santos - Charter Chambers 'Instructed to appear before a range of regulators.'
- Rory Dunlop - 39 Essex Chambers 'He acts for regulators in judicial reviews.'
- William Emlyn Jones - Three Raymond Buildings 'His likeability shines through to his client's advantage.'
- Craig Ferguson - 2 Hare Court 'He represents doctors in criminal proceedings.'
- Ben Fitzgerald - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'He approaches every case – however big or difficult – in a calm, logical and thoughtful way.'
- Charles Foster - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'Very well regarded when dealing with difficult medical ethics issues.'
- Christopher Gillespie - 2 Hare Court 'Able to digest a large volume of documentation quickly and thoroughly.'
- Elliot Gold - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'Involved in sensitive police discipline cases.'
- Nicola Greaney - 39 Essex Chambers 'Calm, and likeable as an advocate.'
- Tim Grey - 23 Essex Street 'He appears on both sides of medical and white-collar regulatory matters.'
- Christopher Hamlet - 23 Essex Street 'A popular choice for the medical, pharmaceutical and chiropractic regulators.'
- Rebecca Harris - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'She represents regulators before panels and the courts.'
- Amanda Hart - Doughty Street Chambers 'She defends nurses and appears against dentists.'
- Adam Heppinstall - Henderson Chambers 'He defends and presents before a panoply of regulators.'
- Jonathan Holl-Allen - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'Vastly experienced, erudite and articulate.'
- Andrew Hurst - 2 Hare Court 'A hugely reassuring presence in difficult cases.'
- Scott Ivill - 2 Hare Court 'He has experience of GMC, NCTL and osteopathy cases.'
- Alex Jamieson - Charter Chambers 'He has an eloquent and uncompromising approach.'
- Robert Kellar - One Crown Office Row 'A very tough opponent, who thinks well on his feet.'
- Timothy Kendal - 2 Bedford Row 'His detailed and analytical approach gets results.'
- Edward Levey - Fountain Court Chambers 'Relaxed, bright and confident.'
- Lucy MacKinnon - Hailsham Chambers 'She defends in medical health and competency cases.'
- Peter Mant - 39 Essex Chambers 'Extremely knowledgeable on healthcare regulation.'
- Matthew McDonagh - Outer Temple Chambers 'He defends in GDC and SRA cases.'
- Andrew McGee - 2 Bedford Row 'He thoroughly analyses the evidence in the most complex of cases.'
- Philip McGhee - QEB Hollis Whiteman 'A safe pair of hands with an unflappable can-do attitude.'
- Eleena Misra - Littleton Chambers 'Exceptionally alert, available and responsive.'
- Stephen Morley - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He has a good manner with witnesses and the panel.'
- Sophie Mortimer - 1 Chancery Lane 'She defends police forces in Article 2 cases.'
- Nadia Motraghi - Old Square Chambers 'User-friendly and capable of providing accessible advice.'
- Fiona Neale - Hailsham Chambers 'Calm and reassuring, and also punchy when necessary.'
- Tim Nesbitt - Outer Temple Chambers 'Very bright, exceedingly nice and very good in court.'
- Tetyana Nesterchuk - Fountain Court Chambers 'Particularly adept at absorbing huge amounts of detail.'
- Nicola Newbegin - Old Square Chambers 'Her tremendous tactical insight really impresses clients.'
- Philip Newman - 42 Bedford Row 'Experienced in medical, arbitrators' and engineers' disciplinary matters.'
- Paul Parker - 4 New Square 'His robust approach means nothing is left to chance.'
- Naina Patel - Blackstone Chambers 'She has a very good feel for statutory appeals.'
- Fiona Paterson - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'She demonstrates a clear aptitude for understanding clinical issues.'
- David Pievsky - Blackstone Chambers 'A good communicator and a polished advocate.'
- Edward Pleeth - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'He is a very good strategist and tactician.'
- Louise Price - Doughty Street Chambers 'Her approach to cases is strategic, pragmatic and efficient.'
- Sarah Przybylska - 2 Hare Court 'Knowledgeable, responsive, thorough and adaptable.'
- Shaheen Rahman - One Crown Office Row 'Her results speak for themselves.'
- Oliver Renton - Charter Chambers 'He has a dynamic approach to advocacy.'
- Judith Rogerson - One Crown Office Row 'She defends doctors and dentists.'
- Sunyana Sharma - 3PB 'She understands both sides of nursing and midwifery cases.'
- Sandesh Singh - 2 Bedford Row 'Incredibly user-friendly and well prepared.'
- Harpreet Singh Sandhu - No5 Chambers 'He represents police officers up and down the country.'
- Sue Sleeman - Doughty Street Chambers 'Her advocacy skills, attention to detail and client care are impressive.'
- Richard Smith - One Crown Office Row 'Razor-sharp, to the point and always on top of the detail.'
- Adam Solomon - Littleton Chambers 'Very good to work with.'
- George Spalton - 4 New Square 'He defends accountants and solicitors.'
- Paul Stagg - 1 Chancery Lane 'Instructed in high-profile police law cases.'
- Iain Steele - Blackstone Chambers 'One of the GMC's favourites for judicial reviews.'
- Amy Street - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'She goes above and beyond for clients.'
- Andrew Tabachnik - 39 Essex Chambers 'He can be trusted to ensure that all gaps have been filled.'
- Vivienne Tanchel - 2 Hare Court 'She finds the optimal way to get the best result for the client.'
- George Thomas - Serjeants' Inn Chambers 'The Met trust him with sensitive cases.'
James Trumble -
Field Court Chambers'Thorough in his preparation and knowledgeable about anti-social behaviour.'
- Henry Warwick - Henderson Chambers 'Very bright and thorough with excellent attention to detail.'
- Geoffrey Weddell - 1 Chancery Lane 'Instructed to defend police forces in civil litigation.'
- David Wood - Charter Chambers 'He is able to make light of extremely paper-heavy cases.'
- Nicholas Yeo - Three Raymond Buildings 'He has a reliably good touch, knowing just how far to push the point.'
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Professional discipline work encompasses the regulation of professions ranging from the medical to white-collar professional services before regulatory panels. Barristers in this area will often require criminal and public law skills, as an instruction may include elements of inquests, criminal proceedings and judicial reviews of the decisions of tribunals. The General Medical Council (GMC) has now been granted the power to appeal against Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS) penalties (not unlike how the Attorney General can appeal 'unduly lenient' criminal sentences); it is thought this will not only grow as a stream of work in the medical field but in other areas too, as other regulators become envious of this power. Barristers will typically only represent one side before a particular regulator's panels, with it being perceived that taking defence work, for example, will lead to a barrister being blackballed from presentation briefs.
39 Essex Chambers is 'without question one of London's top sets for professional discipline'. Members cover a range of regulatory work, acting for regulators and registrants, including in General Dental Council (GDC) and General Medical Council (GMC) hearings. Jenni Richards QC successfully represented a fertility clinic (against Alison Foster QC) in a Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority Appeal Committee case regarding alleged failure to secure consent to egg collection.
At Blackstone Chambers, 'all the barristers are fantastic, as are the clerks'. In addition to being 'extremely strong in the general FCA advice field', the set has particular expertise in defending regulators in judicial review proceedings. Thomas de la Mare QC represented members of the criminal Bar in R (Lumsdon) v Legal Services Board, a Supreme Court case regarding the planned Quality Assurance Scheme for Advocates.
One Crown Office Row is 'a stable of excellent barristers with an academic approach, making it a go-to set for cerebrally trickier cases'. Symbiotically with its reputation for clinical negligence work, chambers frequently defends in medical regulatory cases. William Edis QC represented the appellant doctor in Michalak v GMC, in which the Court of Appeal found that claims for discrimination by regulators can be heard in the employment tribunal.
Serjeants' Inn Chambers is 'a go-to set for professional discipline', in which Sir Robert Francis QC represented Dr Waney Squier, a consultant neuropathologist and expert in shaken baby syndrome, who was found to have provided dishonest expert evidence, in a case subject to media interest due to the number of murder convictions based on the theorised triad of symptoms.
'The number-one choice for robust cross-examiners', 2 Hare Court 'has in-depth knowledge due to its members' wide-ranging experience before a range of regulators'. The 'charming barristers are loved by institutional clients'. Andrew Colman is acting in a case against a number of teachers implicated in the 'Trojan Horse' imbroglio.
Fountain Court Chambers is 'unrivalled in terms of its expertise in solicitors' regulation', in part due its large workload acting for the SRA. The set is also recommended for financial services matters. A new recruit from Outer Temple Chambers, Richard Lissack QC is advising the former CFO of Autonomy on Financial Reporting Council (FRC) proceedings.
For some, QEB Hollis Whiteman has 'firmly established itself as a leading set in professional discipline work'. Its members typically act for regulators, including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and GMC. Tom Kark QC and Alexandra Felix presented the case against Dr Waney Squier.
1 Chancery Lane has a particular reputation for defending claims brought against the police, from both officers and members of the public affected by police activity. Paul Stagg represented Sussex Police, which arrested a Metropolitan Police officer twice during employment tribunal proceedings.
2 Bedford Row is recommended for regulatory proceedings, and it also has a distinctive strength in defending optometrists. Ian Stern QC represented a police marksman acquitted of the murder of Azelle Rodney, who was shot dead in a "hard stop".
4 New Square's members often defend in white-collar regulatory matters involving the SRA and FRC. Ben Hubble QC represented a partner at an accountancy firm who was accused of incompetently creating a misleading audit.
5 Essex Court has a strong reputation for defending police forces in civil actions, as well as other police-related work such disciplinary matters, inquests and employment disputes. Recent instructions include representing David Crompton, the suspended chief constable of South Yorkshire Police, in the Hillsborough inquest.
23 Essex Street has 'a well-respected practice in this area', with its members primarily but not exclusively appearing on the presenting side of medical cases. Christopher Hamlet represented the GMC in the first case regarding impairment due to lack of English language skills.
Charter Chambers has 'a team of advocates who are eloquent and uncompromising', with a particular strength in Nursing and Midwifery Council regulation.
Old Square Chambers is 'a warm and capable set that thrives on a great balance of quality throughout'. Mark Sutton QC advised the British Medical Association (BMA) on responding to the GMC's consultation into its disciplinary procedures.
Outer Temple Chambers' members appear in medical and professional services regulatory cases, generally acting for registrants. Tim Nesbitt represented a solicitor who was struck off after misusing capital from a litigation funder.
Three Raymond Buildings' police law practice generally defends officers. Ben Brandon is scheduled to represent three police officers accused of playing a role in the death of a man suffering from mental health problems in 2011.