The Solicitors Journal has published a new forward to its next issue by Thom Brooks, Professor of Law and Government and former Dean of Durham Law School (2016-2021).

Each year, the invaluable opportunity of a barrister mentor from across the country is provided for eager undergraduates looking to pursue a career at the Bar. Advancing the scheme, now in its 4th year, the Bar Society invites barristers, especially Durham Alumni, to become inspiring mentors for 2025/26.

Durham Law School was honoured to host the 4th edition of the Energy Disputes Conference, organised by Dr Smith Azubuike and Professor Volker Roeben with support from Rahmi Kopar. The event brought together global thought leaders in energy law to address the urgent issues arising from energy disputes worldwide, particularly in the context of the energy transition and climate change.