Barrister at 2 BR Chambers. Formerly MP for Bromley & Chislehurst, Local Government Minister and Justice Select Committee Chair.
Bromley & Chislehurst
Joined January 2014
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Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
It was wonderful to be back at Durham University yesterday to talk about the European Convention on Human Rights: a subject that feels more relevant than ever.
I’ve published the full text of my speech over on Substack. Let me know what you think.
alexanderhorne.substack.com/…
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
In the wake of the #RussellBrand trial & sentence it’s right to have a full & honest debate about rape & how we deal with allegations in the criminal justice system.
That includes recognising that just as there is no stereotypical victim there is no stereotypical defendant.
We must not lose sight that in many rape trials the man in the dock could be your son, brother or some other relative or a trusted friend.
Justice must prevail for all
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
No @Channel4News defence counsel does NOT get the last word before a jury retires to deliberate - the Judge does.
And every Judge directs the jury on rape myths.
Your “expert” is not an expert.
#RapeMyths #RussellBrand
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Gibraltar is at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda, making its case to Commonwealth leaders. DCM Joseph Garcia spoke with His Majesty The King at a reception for leaders, and met the new Commonwealth Secretary-General, Shirley Botchwey.
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
If you need some sunshine and blue sea in your life, go to this sparking @royalacademy show. It spans 80 years of painting the French Riviera, with exciting works from Monet, Bonnard, Matisse (as below) and many more. Plus some revelations such as….1/2
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
It was a pleasure to host you in Gibraltar @Lord_Bilimoria and to hear you speak so eloquently in @UKHouseofLords debate on the UK 🇬🇧 EU🇪🇺 Agreement on Gibraltar 🇬🇮
I was proud to be in Gibraltar as a member of the UK Parliamentary delegation for Gibraltar National Day on 10 September where I met Chief Minister @FabianPicardo , and this week I spoke in the House of Lords in the debate on the UK-EU treaty regarding Gibraltar, the crowning achievement of Fabian Picardo’s nearly 15 years in office.
The treaty is a model for the UK and should be the first step in rebuilding our relationship with Europe.
@GibraltarGov
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Great to speak with @beerandpub to hear about their latest research on the impact pubs and brewers have on generating growth in the UK.
The 36 pubs in Bromley and Biggin Hill employ over 800 people and generate more than £30 million in GVA. Keep supporting our local pubs!
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Highlights from last night’s Ceremony of the Keys at Casemates Square 📸🇬🇮
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening a memorable occasion. 🫡
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Five years today since we lost my former boss and lovely, great, loyal and fun friend James Brokenshire. I miss him all the time and his excellent, principled example inspires me every day. I was lucky to know him.
#TeamBrokeyForever
ALT Peter and James with James’s two double ovens
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Sovereignty, security, self-determination & the treaty - Deputy Chief Minister Dr Joseph Garcia CMG MP addresses the Conservative Party Conference.
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
"Gibraltar belongs only to the Gibraltarians. It always has, and it always will."
Chief Minister @FabianPicardo, closing his last address to the United Nations as Chief Minister.
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Gibraltar’s legal community gathers for formal Opening of the Legal Year - Chief Justice says Gibraltar’s courts need greater specialisation to meet growing demands
gbc.gi/news/chief-justice-sa…
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
We are delighted to welcome Faye Stimpson as she takes up her position as our new senior Clerk. You can read more at 2br.co.uk/2br-welcomes-faye-…
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
We were pleased to welcome the UK Parliamentary Delegation to the University of Gibraltar during their visit to Gibraltar for National Day.
The delegation visited our campus to learn more about the University and meet members of our community.
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Happy National Day, Gibraltar!
Today is a celebration that our grandparents voted for our freedom, that our parents defended it, and that our children will inherit it.
Because the Rock of Gibraltar belongs to no-one but the People of Gibraltar.
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
Middle Temple and its historic Hall have been at the centre of legal and cultural life in the UK since the 14th century. On Sunday 13 September, 12.00 - 16.00 you’ll be able to visit as part of the Open House Festival. Here’s why you might want to drop by.
Sir Bob Neill KC (Hon) retweeted
As Parliament opens the political season and Gibraltar sets to celebrate its first National Day after an historic agreement removing the land border with Spain, Andrew Mackinlay joins me
searledom.substack.com/p/bur…
