The Competition
We want to hear your opinions on the current Real World Questions being asked of lawyers, public and business professionals today.
Choose one of the three questions below and write an essay that argues the differing views across the industry. Be inquisitive, research to expand your knowledge in the area and develop key skills that will help you achieve your ambitions.
We have given possible ideas you may want to explore and provided resources to get you started.
How do businesses stay positive in uncertain times?
Things to consider:
- How can managers maintain productivity in challenging times?
- Does the right business structure balance financial risks?
- Does the world need more entrepreneurs?
- Recession – what did businesses do last time? Can the past help us in the future?
Will Covid-19 change the way lawyers work in the future?
Things to consider:
- How has the law been impacted by COVID? (vaccinations, employment law, policing powers)
- How will legal technology impact lawyers?
- How has technology impacted the role of a barrister and court room work?
Does the UK Justice System protect the public?
Things to consider:
- What determines the sentence of a crime
- Does everyone get a fair trial?
- Does Stop and Search protect or polarise society?
- Is prison an effective form of punishment?
- How do the police deal with critical incidents?
- Is the criminal justice system diverse enough?
Why should you take part?
Entry instructions
How to enter
The competition is open to all students studying in years 10-13. See the entry page for more details and to submit your essay. Don’t miss out, the closing date is 19 September 2021.
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Our Panel
Meet the Judges
Our judging panel draws from a wide range of backgrounds and expertise. Click below for details of our eight judges.
Director of Employability, University of Law
John Watkins
Campus Dean, University of Law
Zoe King
Lawyer and Project Coordinator at Deutsche Bank
Chris Miller
General Counsel, Food and Ventures, the Co-op
Gill Gardner
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