Tanfield meets the requirements of the Equality Act 2010. We consider all applications for pupillage, tenancy or administrative positions on merit – regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Wellbeing, Inclusivity, Diversity & Equality (WIDE) Committee
Our WIDE Committee, composed of barristers and staff, meets frequently and works to advance equality and diversity in Chambers. We regularly review our policies and discuss ideas for initiatives. Recommendations are then made to our Governance Board.
Wellbeing
We have barrister and staff mentors who are specially trained to offer wellbeing support. We strive to provide mental health wellbeing, mentoring and education.
Inclusivity
Our community board and MS Team channel aim to bring cohesion and inclusivity. We use these to communicate events and news; to celebrate and highlight equality & diversity landmarks; and to raise awareness of challenges which people still face.
Diversity Data Publication
The Bar Standards Board Code of Conduct states that a summary of the Diversity Data submitted by the Members of the Workforce be published on chambers’ website and updated regularly. The summary for our 2019 data, in accordance with these rules, can be found here.
