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By: Kelly Penstone-Smith
Bath Racecourse Company Ltd and others v Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe SE and others [2026] UKSC 14
The appeal concerned the long-running issue of whether furlough payments received by Business Interruption policyholders could be considered “savings” for which credit should be given against losses due to premises being closed on account of Covid-19. The first instance judge (Jacobs J) said “yes”, the Court of Appeal said “yes”, and now the Supreme Court […]
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Join the team at Farrar’s
As part of the continued expansion of the team here at Farrar’s Building, we are excited to announce that we are recruiting for an Assistant Practice Manager. If you are someone with ambition and drive, who is ready to take a step up in their career, then this opportunity could be for you. You will get […]
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James Bourne-Arton KC joins Farrar’s Building
Farrar’s Building is excited to announce that James Bourne-Arton KC joins Chambers as an associate member today. Appointed as King’s Counsel in 2024 and with a career spanning 25 years, James is described as ‘a very personable & accomplished advocate’. James has a strong background in criminal litigation and has developed a specialist practice in […]
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Clark Gard appointed as Specialist Business & Property Civil Recorder
Following a selection exercise within the judiciary, Farrar’s Building tenant Clark Gard has been authorised by the Chancellor of the High Court (the Rt. Hon. Sir Colin Birss) to hear cases in the Business and Property Court list at the Central London County Court. Clark was appointed as a Civil Recorder in November 2024 and […]
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Alex Findley Shortlisted for Young Pro Bono Barrister of the Year at the 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards
We are delighted to inform you that Alex Findley has been shortlisted in the ‘Young Pro Bono Barrister of the Year’ category at the 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards. We look forward to attending the awards ceremony on 19 May to celebrate Alex’s achievement and all the fantastic pro bono work going on at the Bar.
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Leading Junior Edward James joins Farrar’s Building
Farrar’s Building is delighted to announce that Edward James joins Chambers today. Ed is a leading junior, ranked across multiple practice areas in Chambers UK and Legal 500, where he is known for advocating fearlessly, having a strong focus on client relationships, and for his deep commitment to getting the best possible outcome for his […]
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Clark Gard becomes a Tenant at Farrar’s Building
It is our pleasure to announce that Clark Gard has accepted an offer of tenancy at Farrar’s Building. Clark joins our expanding team, following the successful completion of his probationary tenancy. Clark was called to the Bar in 2024 after practicing for 15 years as a commercial solicitor in banking and financial services. Dual-qualified in […]
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Tomas McCabe accepts tenancy at Farrar’s Building
Farrar’s Building is delighted to announce its newest tenant, joining our flourishing team of barristers, with immediate effect. Congratulations to Tomas McCabe who completed his probationary tenancy with flying colours, receiving excellent client feedback along the way. Tomas appears in court regularly for both claimants and defendants. He accepts a range of instructions across Chambers’ […]
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