A Perfect Show for Rachel by @WeAreZooCo is phenomenal. Every night is different, and we have 3 and a half weeks left. I'll be going again. Please check it out. #disability #disabilityarts #disabilitypride

Tips for applying to my EA roles. 1. Understand me. You'll be working with me daily. There is material for you to suss out me out. 2. Bring this understanding into the question on supporting me. Do not repeat the JD. 3 Typos distract from applications unless RAs apply.

Walking #pride with @ARDL11 was great. Meeting new people was a pleasure. I think it's important that people see #weareeverywhere.

I am delighted to join Farrar's Building. I look forward to developing my practice at a set renowned for its quality, personability and commitment to disability equality at the Bar. Thank you to 39 Essex Chambers for giving me excellent training and support during my pupillage.

We will not be mourning a Government that implemented the benefits cuts that meant many families were having to grieve their loved ones. If the new Prime Minister cares about disability equality, he should commit to a reversal of the cuts we have suffered over the last decade.

I am honoured to be included in the 2024 Shaw Trust #DisabilityPower100, the 100 most influential disabled people. A plethora of disabled people, whether included or not, really do #DemandTheChange for a more #InclusiveWorld. I’m privileged to be part of that diverse community.

The launch of Middle Temple's Disability Forum is this Thursday. I will moderate a fantastic panel consisting of Christina Warner, Mark Neale, Diego F. Soto-Miranda and Konstantina Nouka. We will also have poetry and songs from Miss Jacqui. Book at: middletemple.org.uk/civicrm/event/…

I am looking for a full-time Assistant to support me with administration, research, note-taking, accessing buildings and personal support. It's a fantastic opportunity to experience the Bar. The deadline is 29 January, 18:00. Info: danielholt.org/vacancies.

I have donated to Big Give fundraising campaign for @WeAreZooCo. - a theatre company that champions creative access with deaf and disabled artists. A Perfect Show for Rachel at the Barbican was the best I have seen. Please consider supporting, if you can. donate.biggive.org/campaign/a0569…

On 1 July at 17:45, Middle Temple’s Disability Forum hosts an evening of stories, insight, and action for Disability Pride Month. Join us to hear from barristers whose lived experiences are reshaping the legal profession, from advocacy to accessibility. middletemple.org.uk/civicrm/event/…

On 5 July 2025, the Association of Disciplinary and Regulatory Lawyers will be marching at London Pride. All members are welcome, whether you identify as LGBTIA+ or as an ally. Guests and children of ARDL Members are also welcome. Join us!

📢OPEN SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 We are delighted to announce Sale will be holding an open session (Date to be announced soon). Sale are looking to strengthen the squad and push for promotion next season! 🔽🔽🔽 To show your interest please email: ✉️ [email protected]

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth, a time for visibility, reflection & action. I'm hosting Pride in Me; Pride in My Practice on 1 July @MiddleTemple. Join us to discuss inclusion, visibility & lived experience at the Bar. middletemple.org.uk/civicrm/event/…

LB Lewisham v AE was such an interesting case about engagement. So much so, I wrote a blog about it. Please feel free to have a read. #courtofprotection #capacity #disability #housing #buildingsafety #socialcare

Navigating engagement in capacity assessment by ♿ Daniel Holt openjusticecourtofprotection.org/2025/07/02/nav… via Open Justice Court of Protection Project

Insightful day at Legal Services Board’s Reshaping Legal Services Conf exploring how #AI & #LawTech can break barriers & improve #AccessToJustice. Great to hear from @CliffordChance, CitizensAdvice & Garfield AI on #innovation, regulation, benefits & pitfalls. #Inclusion

Pleased to host #DisabilityHistoryMonth: Applying for #Pupillage for All on 18 Nov 2025, 18:15–21:30 at Middle Temple Bench Apartments. This event offers advice, insight & confidence for applications/interviews. Book middletemple.org.uk/civicrm/event/…

I am grateful to Counsel Magazine for publishing my article, 'Scaling the Accessibility Mountain.' I share lessons from navigating disability on the journey to pupillage, and why presence & adjustments matter for change. Please consider reading: alturl.com/evecx

Updates with #DisabilityHistoryMonth: Applying for #Pupillage for All 18/11/25 | 18:15–21:30 Middle Temple Apartments lnkd.in/exe9BAx6 Now hosted by Katrina Hyde (The Barrister Group/ former Ombudsman) Panelist: Celia Grace (39 Essex) – employment/governance expert.

Delos v Allianz [2025] confirms the courts’ preference for a commercially sensible reading of insurance policies. Key lessons on detainment, war-risk exclusions & disclosure under the Insurance Act 2015. My analysis is here: thebarristergroup.co.uk/blog/delos-shi… #Insurance #Shipping