Old Bailey Law Insight Day Trip.

Visiting the Old Bailey was a valuable experience as we learnt and toured the old court with its rich history. Along the trip, we met Barristers, the MP of Hounslow, Seema Malhotra and a judge who outlined her typical daily life. She shared details about her challenges, such as sometimes needing to sentence 15 and 16 year-old children to life in prison. We were then educated in the judge's reasoning for law as she values how the law is equal and fair, which I happened to really respect, as this resonated with my own motivations for pursuing law. Overall, there was a plethora of useful insights into the court system that I can now utilise in my UCAS personal statement.

Khadhar Abdullai [12F]

I went to this masterclass at the Old Bailey Criminal Court in London, and it was seriously cool! First off, I got to sit in a judge's chair, which was pretty epic. We did some roleplay where we pretended to be ushers, judges, defendants, and solicitors. It was fun and gave me a good idea of how things work in court. Then we had the chance to take a tour of the Old Bailey, and wow, the place is amazing. The architecture is stunning, and the ceiling art is just beautiful. It really felt like stepping back in time. 

The best part was watching a real trial. Seeing everyone in their wigs made it feel super authentic and serious. It was fascinating to see how a criminal trial goes and all the details involved. It was striking to learn about the sad reality that many young adults with bright futures end up with life sentences. It made me realise how important it is to be cautious about the situations we place ourselves in as young people.

Asfand Hussain [12F]