Although this tradition might seem as ancient as the British court itself, wigs didn’t make an appearance in courtroom clothing right up until the 17th century. In fact, if a barrister were to ...

English courts could drop the requirement for barristers wearing wigs amid accusations they are 'culturally insensitive', it has been reported. The judiciary is said to be in talks to update court ...

The court heard he asked Moss's sister to buy him a solicitor's gown and barrister's wig before appearing in front of Judge Stephen Wildblood QC in Plymouth on 17 August 2010. Kenneth Bell ...

Dozens of barristers have been rallying outside the Old Bailey in their robes and wigs, as two murder trials at the court - one involving a teenage suspect - were unable to get under way.

For centuries, the clerks sitting at the table in the House of Lords have worn barrister-style wigs. That tradition was suspended during the pandemic, and now, it seems, may be swept away altogether.