Free Representation Unit
@freerepunit.bsky.social
Relieving poverty by training aspiring lawyers to represent clients in tribunal hearings for free. Please support us at https://www.thefru.org.uk/donate
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Here's the lowdown on what we do. We'll post updates on our work and future developments.
Here's the lowdown on what we do. We'll post updates on our work and future developments.
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📊 Our 2024/25 Annual Impact Report is officially live!
We're pleased to share the report with you, which reflects on our achievements and a year of progress, resilience and connection across the communities we serve.
Take a look at the full report on our website:
bit.ly/4pL9eiD
We're pleased to share the report with you, which reflects on our achievements and a year of progress, resilience and connection across the communities we serve.
Take a look at the full report on our website:
bit.ly/4pL9eiD
January 15, 2026 at 12:05 PM
📊 Our 2024/25 Annual Impact Report is officially live!
We're pleased to share the report with you, which reflects on our achievements and a year of progress, resilience and connection across the communities we serve.
Take a look at the full report on our website:
bit.ly/4pL9eiD
We're pleased to share the report with you, which reflects on our achievements and a year of progress, resilience and connection across the communities we serve.
Take a look at the full report on our website:
bit.ly/4pL9eiD
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If you’re thinking of applying for Personal Independence Payment, you should do it now.
You’re more likely to get #PIP if you apply before the rules change.
We can help. Drop us a message ⤵️
#Benefits #Disability #Support #Advice
You’re more likely to get #PIP if you apply before the rules change.
We can help. Drop us a message ⤵️
#Benefits #Disability #Support #Advice
January 14, 2026 at 10:50 AM
If you’re thinking of applying for Personal Independence Payment, you should do it now.
You’re more likely to get #PIP if you apply before the rules change.
We can help. Drop us a message ⤵️
#Benefits #Disability #Support #Advice
You’re more likely to get #PIP if you apply before the rules change.
We can help. Drop us a message ⤵️
#Benefits #Disability #Support #Advice
Exciting to be present tonight at Gray's Inn for the inaugural address of the new Bar Council Chair Kirsty Brimelow KC.
Kirsty makes legal aid one of her priorities, whilst making clear her support for FRU and Advocate.
Kirsty makes legal aid one of her priorities, whilst making clear her support for FRU and Advocate.
January 12, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Exciting to be present tonight at Gray's Inn for the inaugural address of the new Bar Council Chair Kirsty Brimelow KC.
Kirsty makes legal aid one of her priorities, whilst making clear her support for FRU and Advocate.
Kirsty makes legal aid one of her priorities, whilst making clear her support for FRU and Advocate.
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Sir Geoffrey Vos has announced that he will retire from the judiciary and as Master of the Rolls on 31 October 2026, when he will be 71. By then, will have spent a decade in senior judicial leadership roles.
www.judiciary.uk/master-of-th...
www.judiciary.uk/master-of-th...
Master of the Rolls announces forthcoming retirement from the judiciary - Courts and Tribunals Judiciary
Read more about Sir Geoffrey Vos, the second most senior judge in England and Wales, and his long and distinguished career
www.judiciary.uk
January 12, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Sir Geoffrey Vos has announced that he will retire from the judiciary and as Master of the Rolls on 31 October 2026, when he will be 71. By then, will have spent a decade in senior judicial leadership roles.
www.judiciary.uk/master-of-th...
www.judiciary.uk/master-of-th...
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Sir James Munby, former president of the High Court family division, died on New Year’s Day. He was 77.
“That he chose to spend the greater part of his career in family law was of great and long-lasting benefit," his successor Sir Andrew McFarlane said.
rozenberg.substack.com/p/sir-james-...
“That he chose to spend the greater part of his career in family law was of great and long-lasting benefit," his successor Sir Andrew McFarlane said.
rozenberg.substack.com/p/sir-james-...
Sir James Munby
Former senior family judge dies at 77
rozenberg.substack.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:04 AM
Sir James Munby, former president of the High Court family division, died on New Year’s Day. He was 77.
“That he chose to spend the greater part of his career in family law was of great and long-lasting benefit," his successor Sir Andrew McFarlane said.
rozenberg.substack.com/p/sir-james-...
“That he chose to spend the greater part of his career in family law was of great and long-lasting benefit," his successor Sir Andrew McFarlane said.
rozenberg.substack.com/p/sir-james-...
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So... I've created a starter pack of UK government organisations currently on Bluesky: go.bsky.app/JHsY1Wz
(Currently includes all those listed under ministerial and non-ministerial departments here www.gov.uk/government/o... - let me know any I've missed, or got wrong)
(Currently includes all those listed under ministerial and non-ministerial departments here www.gov.uk/government/o... - let me know any I've missed, or got wrong)
January 11, 2026 at 7:09 PM
So... I've created a starter pack of UK government organisations currently on Bluesky: go.bsky.app/JHsY1Wz
(Currently includes all those listed under ministerial and non-ministerial departments here www.gov.uk/government/o... - let me know any I've missed, or got wrong)
(Currently includes all those listed under ministerial and non-ministerial departments here www.gov.uk/government/o... - let me know any I've missed, or got wrong)
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The EAT has allowed an appeal by Latin American seasonal farm workers to proceed, after it was struck out for missing a tribunal deadline. The workers, supported by @uvwunion.bsky.social , argued it is unjust and irrational to expect undocumented workers in crisis to navigate complex legal systems
January 11, 2026 at 11:34 AM
The EAT has allowed an appeal by Latin American seasonal farm workers to proceed, after it was struck out for missing a tribunal deadline. The workers, supported by @uvwunion.bsky.social , argued it is unjust and irrational to expect undocumented workers in crisis to navigate complex legal systems
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Happy new year from GMLC.
@nawra.bsky.social is calling upon UK governments to introduce a statutory duty to provide social welfare advice, available equally to all who need it and free at the point of delivery.
www.nawra.org.uk/about-nawra/...
@nawra.bsky.social is calling upon UK governments to introduce a statutory duty to provide social welfare advice, available equally to all who need it and free at the point of delivery.
www.nawra.org.uk/about-nawra/...
NAWRA’s call for advice to be a statutory duty
NAWRA is calling upon UK governments to introduce a statutory duty to provide social welfare advice, available equally to all who need it and free at the point of delivery. Concern over the loss of…
www.nawra.org.uk
January 6, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Happy new year from GMLC.
@nawra.bsky.social is calling upon UK governments to introduce a statutory duty to provide social welfare advice, available equally to all who need it and free at the point of delivery.
www.nawra.org.uk/about-nawra/...
@nawra.bsky.social is calling upon UK governments to introduce a statutory duty to provide social welfare advice, available equally to all who need it and free at the point of delivery.
www.nawra.org.uk/about-nawra/...
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We have concerns that you may have been denied your basic employment rights and you could therefore be owed a significant amount of money.
January 5, 2026 at 12:38 PM
We have concerns that you may have been denied your basic employment rights and you could therefore be owed a significant amount of money.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE 📣
If you are an Equity member who was recently engaged as a performer or stage management on Squid Game: The Experience by Luna Cinema/Luna Entertainment, please contact Equity with a copy of your contract at [email protected]
If you are an Equity member who was recently engaged as a performer or stage management on Squid Game: The Experience by Luna Cinema/Luna Entertainment, please contact Equity with a copy of your contract at [email protected]
January 5, 2026 at 12:38 PM
IMPORTANT NOTICE 📣
If you are an Equity member who was recently engaged as a performer or stage management on Squid Game: The Experience by Luna Cinema/Luna Entertainment, please contact Equity with a copy of your contract at [email protected]
If you are an Equity member who was recently engaged as a performer or stage management on Squid Game: The Experience by Luna Cinema/Luna Entertainment, please contact Equity with a copy of your contract at [email protected]
www.pupillagegateway.com/for-applican...
Good luck to everyone who is making applications through the Pupillage Gateway from today, particularly FRU representatives.
There's a host of help and support out there but above all check and recheck your applications for basic mistakes.
Good luck to everyone who is making applications through the Pupillage Gateway from today, particularly FRU representatives.
There's a host of help and support out there but above all check and recheck your applications for basic mistakes.
For applicants
The Pupillage Gateway is the online application system for pupillage. Find out how to apply and view the system timetable.
www.pupillagegateway.com
January 5, 2026 at 11:37 AM
www.pupillagegateway.com/for-applican...
Good luck to everyone who is making applications through the Pupillage Gateway from today, particularly FRU representatives.
There's a host of help and support out there but above all check and recheck your applications for basic mistakes.
Good luck to everyone who is making applications through the Pupillage Gateway from today, particularly FRU representatives.
There's a host of help and support out there but above all check and recheck your applications for basic mistakes.
Many thanks BCLP, we really appreciate your support.
We receive no public funding for our work and rely on support from across the legal sector.
To help us to maintain our service please donate here donate.justgiving.com/charity/fru/..., like BCLP LLP you can make a difference today.
#WeDoProBono
We receive no public funding for our work and rely on support from across the legal sector.
To help us to maintain our service please donate here donate.justgiving.com/charity/fru/..., like BCLP LLP you can make a difference today.
#WeDoProBono
December 23, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Many thanks BCLP, we really appreciate your support.
We receive no public funding for our work and rely on support from across the legal sector.
To help us to maintain our service please donate here donate.justgiving.com/charity/fru/..., like BCLP LLP you can make a difference today.
#WeDoProBono
We receive no public funding for our work and rely on support from across the legal sector.
To help us to maintain our service please donate here donate.justgiving.com/charity/fru/..., like BCLP LLP you can make a difference today.
#WeDoProBono
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This is wholly unsurprising but absolutely appalling. This is like concluding a coin always lands on heads because every time it lands on tails you discard the result.
And, I am afraid, yet again, this is a symptom of volunteer Magistrates just not getting it.
And, I am afraid, yet again, this is a symptom of volunteer Magistrates just not getting it.
December 22, 2025 at 10:23 AM
This is wholly unsurprising but absolutely appalling. This is like concluding a coin always lands on heads because every time it lands on tails you discard the result.
And, I am afraid, yet again, this is a symptom of volunteer Magistrates just not getting it.
And, I am afraid, yet again, this is a symptom of volunteer Magistrates just not getting it.
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The legal sector needs more than solicitors. Read about some of the options available if you want a law-based career.
https://www.institutelegalsecretaries.com/blog/the-legal-sector-needs-more-than-solicitors/
https://www.institutelegalsecretaries.com/blog/the-legal-sector-needs-more-than-solicitors/
December 21, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The legal sector needs more than solicitors. Read about some of the options available if you want a law-based career.
https://www.institutelegalsecretaries.com/blog/the-legal-sector-needs-more-than-solicitors/
https://www.institutelegalsecretaries.com/blog/the-legal-sector-needs-more-than-solicitors/
Huge thanks to every member of @39essexchambers.bsky.social for your support for #ProBono.
December 17, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Huge thanks to every member of @39essexchambers.bsky.social for your support for #ProBono.
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NEW - The Employment Rights bill has finally passed, after a tortured time in the Lords.
Christmas cheer for ministers and trade unions
Christmas cheer for ministers and trade unions
December 16, 2025 at 4:28 PM
NEW - The Employment Rights bill has finally passed, after a tortured time in the Lords.
Christmas cheer for ministers and trade unions
Christmas cheer for ministers and trade unions
December 16, 2025 at 4:29 PM
www.youtube.com/channel/UCdq... Livestream of Ct of Appeal case today - appeal by DWP in a case taken by FRU.
Matt Jackson and Daniel Hallstrom appear pro bono for NJ the respondent. We would say good luck to them both - but they don't need luck they're brilliant!
#WeDoProBono
Matt Jackson and Daniel Hallstrom appear pro bono for NJ the respondent. We would say good luck to them both - but they don't need luck they're brilliant!
#WeDoProBono
Royal Courts of Justice Court 68
www.youtube.com
December 16, 2025 at 9:44 AM
www.youtube.com/channel/UCdq... Livestream of Ct of Appeal case today - appeal by DWP in a case taken by FRU.
Matt Jackson and Daniel Hallstrom appear pro bono for NJ the respondent. We would say good luck to them both - but they don't need luck they're brilliant!
#WeDoProBono
Matt Jackson and Daniel Hallstrom appear pro bono for NJ the respondent. We would say good luck to them both - but they don't need luck they're brilliant!
#WeDoProBono
#WinOfTheWeek this week is the ongoing contribution of Daniel Hallström from @oldsquarechambers.bsky.social to our work.
Thanks Daniel - this week you were reviewing and drafting EAT appeal grounds, we've no doubt that next week you'll be contributing in another way.
#EmploymentLaw
Thanks Daniel - this week you were reviewing and drafting EAT appeal grounds, we've no doubt that next week you'll be contributing in another way.
#EmploymentLaw
December 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
#WinOfTheWeek this week is the ongoing contribution of Daniel Hallström from @oldsquarechambers.bsky.social to our work.
Thanks Daniel - this week you were reviewing and drafting EAT appeal grounds, we've no doubt that next week you'll be contributing in another way.
#EmploymentLaw
Thanks Daniel - this week you were reviewing and drafting EAT appeal grounds, we've no doubt that next week you'll be contributing in another way.
#EmploymentLaw
Totally.
Yep
"Poor decision-making by public bodies causes ‘avoidable disputes’ that put ‘systemic strain on tribunals, charities and public services’, according to an expert report on administrative justice."
www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/avoidab...
"Poor decision-making by public bodies causes ‘avoidable disputes’ that put ‘systemic strain on tribunals, charities and public services’, according to an expert report on administrative justice."
www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/avoidab...
'Avoidable disputes' to blame for overloaded tribunals - expert report
Poor government decision-making puts 'systemic strain on tribunals, charities and public services', administrative justice group reports.
www.lawgazette.co.uk
December 2, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Totally.
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Is this a real thing anybody has come across? The website looks fake to me and they don't appear to be qualified lawyers.
rapevictimlawyers.co.uk
rapevictimlawyers.co.uk
Rape Victim Lawyers - Experienced Sexual Assault Lawyers Helping Victims Seek Justice
Sexual assault and rape lawyers committed to supporting victims. Discreet legal help to protect your rights and achieve fair outcomes.
rapevictimlawyers.co.uk
December 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Is this a real thing anybody has come across? The website looks fake to me and they don't appear to be qualified lawyers.
rapevictimlawyers.co.uk
rapevictimlawyers.co.uk
#WinOfTheWeek Congratulations to aspiring solicitor Jonathan Macarthy for securing this excellent result for our client.
Very concerning that DWP finds no benefit due but the independent tribunal makes the maximum award.
This just shows the need for legal advice and advocacy.
#WeDoProBono
Very concerning that DWP finds no benefit due but the independent tribunal makes the maximum award.
This just shows the need for legal advice and advocacy.
#WeDoProBono
November 29, 2025 at 1:41 PM
#WinOfTheWeek Congratulations to aspiring solicitor Jonathan Macarthy for securing this excellent result for our client.
Very concerning that DWP finds no benefit due but the independent tribunal makes the maximum award.
This just shows the need for legal advice and advocacy.
#WeDoProBono
Very concerning that DWP finds no benefit due but the independent tribunal makes the maximum award.
This just shows the need for legal advice and advocacy.
#WeDoProBono
Yay - thanks so much!
November 28, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Yay - thanks so much!
@barristersecret.bsky.social @deshpalpanesarkc.bsky.social @seanjones.org and all our supporters.
Please amplify!
Please amplify!
movementforgood.com
Please support FRU by nominating us for a £1000 award from the Movement For Good draw which starts on Monday.
Our charity registration number is 1183592 and our category is 'Poverty'.
It only takes 30 seconds and could make a real difference to our service.
#WeDoProBono
Please support FRU by nominating us for a £1000 award from the Movement For Good draw which starts on Monday.
Our charity registration number is 1183592 and our category is 'Poverty'.
It only takes 30 seconds and could make a real difference to our service.
#WeDoProBono
Nominate a charity - Movement for Good
Nominate a charity for a Movement for Good award now.
movementforgood.com
November 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
@barristersecret.bsky.social @deshpalpanesarkc.bsky.social @seanjones.org and all our supporters.
Please amplify!
Please amplify!