Diversity monitoring questionnaire

Strictly private and confidential

Cornerstone Barristers wishes to ensure that we are able to recruit, develop and retain the most talented barristers, pupils and staff to our chambers.  We value the diversity of backgrounds, skills and experiences found in our chambers, and actively promote an inclusive culture where all our members and staff are able to flourish.  As part of meeting our commitments to equality and diversity, our chambers collects and analyses statistical information on all those that apply for positions here.  This enables us to ensure that we continue to attract and select our members, pupils and staff solely on the basis of talent and their potential to succeed.

The information that you are asked to provide in the section below will be treated in the strictest confidence. The information requested covers those areas set out in the BSB’s Equality Rules and Guidance.  It will be held confidentially by the Chief Executive and will be used solely for statistical monitoring purposes.

You are not obliged to answer all or any of the questions but in providing this information you will help us to ensure that our recruitment is fair and objective for all.