News & Events
News & Events
Outer Temple Chambers’ barrister, Harry Lambert, has been published in the New Law Journal. His article ‘Neurotechnology & the law: military law’, co-authored with Aidan Lloyd, ‘explores profound gaps in the laws governing war, responsibility & human agency’. The New Law Journal provides key legal developments in a digestible format, both written for and read by legal professionals across the United Kingdom. With a history dating back to 1822, it is one of the most respected weekly legal magazines; Harry is a frequent contributor. Two key points covered in his article include: Military neurotechnology challenges established principles of international humanitarian law, raising difficult questions about combatant status, command responsibility and criminal liability. Many legal and ethical implications arise from technologies…
External Publications 4 Sep, 2026
Part II Registered DIFC Courts Practitioner of twenty years, Philip Punwar, has been published in Thomson Reuters Practical Law, with his revised Practice Note giving an updated overview of the practice and procedure of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts. Drawing on Philip’s extensive experience as a UAE-based practitioner and member of the DIFC Courts Rules Committee, this Practice Note provides an insightful overview of: The structure, jurisdiction, and procedural framework of the DIFC Courts. Essential preliminary considerations for litigants, such as applicable limitation periods, rules on legal representation, the framework for litigation costs under the Rules of the DIFC Courts (RDC), and third-party funding disclosure obligations. The process for filing and responding to a claim filed in the…
External Publications 27 Aug, 2026
In this article, published by LexisNexis, Harry Lambert explores how existing liability principles may apply to harms caused by AI technologies and the practical challenges claimants may face in bringing such claims. The article explores the following questions: Are UK courts likely to see claims similar to the social media addiction litigation emerging in the US against AI providers? Could AI providers face liability where chatbot outputs reinforce delusions, harmful beliefs or other mental health conditions? What challenges would claimants face in establishing causation in such claims? What liability risks are created by the growth of AI companion and conversational AI technologies? How might the increasing use of AI tools by NHS patients and clinicians affect future clinical negligence claims…
External Publications 24 Jul, 2026
Louis Weston has been published in the June 2026 edition of Counsel, answering the key question of ‘why every major sporting event needs an anti-corruption policy’. Where there is brass there is muck and in sport there is a great deal of brass. The sums at stake in the awarding of games and events, then to be dispersed, and the significant rewards won or lost in competitions attract not only spectators and participants but also corruption in all its many forms at every turn. In this article, Louis considers the three stages of sports events that are most vulnerable to corruption. Bidding and awarding, commissioning and construction, and play and performance. Full article To read the full article, Tackling…
External Publications 17 Jun, 2026
Outer Temple Chambers’ Naomi Cunningham’s article ‘The Equal Treatment Bench Book: pronouns and principle’, published in ELA Briefing. ELA Briefing is the monthly magazine published by the Employment Lawyers Association, bringing together articles, updates and cases across employment law. Naomi has also been published in the magazine in the past. The Equal Treatment Bench Book, first produced by the Judicial College in the early years of this century, has the commendable aim of assisting judges ensure that they manage hearings in a manner that is sensitive to the diversity of parties and witnesses. In this article, Naomi first outlines the changes between 2003 and 2026 and then draws some conclusions for practitioners in this area. Read the full article here.…
External Publications 3 Jun, 2026
Helen Pugh has been published in the April 2026 edition of Butterworths Journal of International Banking and Financial Law on “Not your key, not your coin”: the private key and ownership. Ownership, possession and control of an asset have long been intertwined in the public’s consciousness. Albeit implicitly recognising that a possessory title can be displaced by a superior legal title, the old adage “possession is nine-tenths of the law” remains a popular refrain carrying more than a grain of truth. Following a series of high-profile collapses of crypto custodians in “the crypto winter”, a digital equivalent has emerged: “not your key, not your coin”. In this article, Helen considers the private key and its role in legal analysis of…
External Publications, News 20 Apr, 2026
Professional Associate at Outer Temple Chambers, Oliver Agha has been published in IFN’s April 2026 edition (Volume 23, Issue 15). His article is titled ‘The crisis Islamic finance was built to solve – and cannot’. Islamic Finance News (IFN) is a subscription-based publication journal, published weekly, which provides exclusive and comprehensive coverage of the global Islamic financial markets through in-house analysis and expert external contributions. Oliver Agha is a frequent contributor to the publication. The modern financial order is a monument to excess. Global debt now approaches US$350 trillion, built not on production or genuine value creation but on the compounding of obligation – debt layered on debt, governments borrowing to fund consumption, the costs deferred to those least able to bear…
External Publications, News 16 Apr, 2026
Naomi Cunningham and Charlotte Elves have been published in Counsel Magazine in article titled ‘Sharing The Advocacy’. In this article, Naomi and Charlotte suggest that giving junior counsel a speaking role should be seen not only as a development opportunity but as something that can genuinely benefit the client. Drawing on their personal experience working together in lengthy employment tribunal hearings, they suggest that sharing advocacy can improve focus, reduce fatigue, and strengthen the overall quality of representation. The article explains that advocacy is often already shared behind the scenes, with juniors helping to draft submissions and prepare cross-examination even when they do not speak in court. Naomi and Charlotte describe how role-playing a witness examination in advance helped refine…
External Publications, News 13 Apr, 2026
We are excited to announce the launch of the very first practitioner’s textbook dedicated to the UK’s post-Brexit sanctions framework: UK Sanctions Law and Practice, co-authored by Sophie O’Sullivan. Published by Oxford University Press, with the Foreword from Lady Rose of Colmworth DBE, Justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom, this guide was edited and co-authored by three of the industry’s leading experts; Sophie O’Sullivan of our Business Crime, Regulation & Sanctions team, Amanda Pinto KC, and Alexandre Haines. Alongside contributing industry experts, they have created “an invaluable resource for current and future practitioners in this fast-moving area” (Lady Rose). Sophie co-authored four chapters of the book, including key chapters on Financial Sanctions and Designations and Challenges. Joining Sophie on the list of contributors…
External Publications 3 Mar, 2026
Head of Outer Temple Chambers’ Sports Law Group, Louis Weston has been published in Barrister Magazine, providing a legal analysis of transgender athletes’ participation in sport and the implications of the Equality Act 2010. In his article, Louis analyses the complex legal and moral considerations of transgender athlete participation in sport, particularly in competitive environments. Louis’ legal analysis focuses on section 95 of the Equality Act 2010, which provides exemptions allowing organisers of gender-affected sports to restrict participation where necessary to ensure fair competition or competitor safety. Last year, in For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers [2025] UKSC 16, the Supreme Court clarified that, in this legal context, “sex” refers to biological sex, meaning organisers of certain sports may…
External Publications, News 26 Feb, 2026
James Counsell KC, General Editor of latest version of Halsbury’s Laws: Medical Professions (Vol 74 and 74A), published in LexisNexis. Covering every proposition of the law of England and Wales, however niche, this article, Halsbury’s Laws provides all your legal answers in a single source. The article is divided onto various sections as below: Introduction General Duties, Liabilities and Regulation The Medical Profession and Medical Practice Dental Professions Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates Opticians and Related Professions Osteopaths Chiropractors Pharmaceutical Professions and Pharmacies Other Regulated Health Care Professions Removal, Storage and Use of Human Tissue and Organs Human Fertilisation and Embryology Medical Professions (Volume 74 (2025), paras 1-542; Volume 74A (2025), paras 543-1042) To read the full artcile, click here.…
External Publications, News 16 Feb, 2026
The fourth and latest edition of ‘Lissack and Horlick on International Bribery and Corruption’ has been published, co-authored by Outer Temple’s Fiona Horlick KC and Fountain Court’s Richard Lissack KC. 15 members of Outer Temple have also contributed to various chapters in this publication. This edition, published by LexisNexis Butterworths, offers a full overview of the legislation set in both a national and international context, with a full explanation of the scope of the Act and Ministry of Justice guidance together with detailed insight into anti-corruption measures and sentencing. This comprehensive resource is an essential tool for legal professionals and experts navigating the complexities of international bribery law. While both authoritative and accessible, it offers a clear emphasis on all…
External Publications, News 27 Jan, 2026
