The .Discrimination, sexual harassment and bullying were seen as widespread amongst members. But it found the vast majority did not report such incidents because it was perceived as commonplace or acceptable or because of a fear of repercussions.
Two out of three barristers are concerned about their personal safety within the courts and more than half the respondents expressed concerns about decision makers behaving in a hostile manner. 51% referred to judges behaving in a bullying, threatening or intimidating manner. Going into court was cited as a major stressor particularly among younger and female barristers. Up to 31% of those who responded indicated they had experienced depression or mental ill health as a result of their work. Barristers working in criminal law were more likely to be stressed than those who practised in the areas of civil or family law.
Two thirds of those in practice for five years or less said they were struggling, but this figure declines to 19% for those practising for between 11 and 15 years. And those practising for more than 16 years say they are making a good living overall. He said barristers had struggled for years to recover fees for completed work and the bar council was introducing an enhanced fee information and fee recovery service for members this year.
Bullshit.
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