BDLS European Conference To Jersey

Fri-Sun 4-6 October 2024

Following a smooth sea crossing we arrived in Jersey for the Annual European Conference. We had a packed weekend starting with dinner at Mark Jordan on the beach. The next morning we visited the Royal Court and The States Chambers and the tour guide was amazing. This was followed by a quick picnic on the beach and then off to the vineyard for a tour.

In the evening the Gala dinner took place when we were lucky to have a number of distinguished guests including the Deputy Bailiff of Jersey, the Crown Advocate and Head of Jersey Bar and the President of Jersey Law Society. We chatted into the early hours with our guests and we have now forged strong links with Jersey Law society going forward.

Strangely enough, the next day we had a slightly late start and a visit to the German underground hospital which was incredibly interesting. This was followed by a pub lunch and a tour around the island and then back to catch the ferry home.

I am pleased to say we didn't lose anyone although a couple of our party did make valiant attempts. Everyone had a great time and now we cannot wait for the next European Conference to Dublin in October 2025.

EDWARD HOLMES

BDLS Past President and Conference Organiser

Robert McCrae (Jersey Deputy Bailiff), Jo Clarke (BDLS President), Nigel Sanders (President, Jersey Law Society), Neville Benbow (CEO, Jersey Law Society)