What Does a Master of the Bench Do?

Presentations by a panel of Governing Benchers to explain what being a Bencher means and how to become one. They advise on what the Inn is looking for in future candidates; who is eligible; and how to meet the criteria, by becoming involved in the Inn’s work.

Panelists

Chaired by Her Honour Judge Deborah Taylor (Inner Temple Reader and Chair of the Bencher Nomination Committee).

Nicholas Craig QC (Bencher since 2020; 3 Verulam Buildings): Bar Liaison Committee
Rebecca Dix (Bencher since 2020; Serious Fraud Office): Employed Bar
Hui Ling McCarthy QC (Bencher since 2018; 11 New Square): E&T
Anne Richardson (Bencher since 2015; Dere Street Barristers): Circuit
Faisel Sadiq (Bencher since 2018; Hardwicke): EDI