Raising the Bar with Rob Rinder - BBC Radio 5 Live series

In this new three part series, 

"criminal barrister Rob Rinder demystifies the legal world in England and Wales. With big profile guests from across the legal profession, he explains what a barrister does and how they can defend the indefensible in the courtroom. Along with his studio guests he aims to show how the justice system in England and Wales works compared to what we think we know from watching television drama series." (Five Live web site)

The first 50 minute episode is due to air on Sunday 18th October at 9pm, but is already available to listen to online. 

BBC Radio 4 In Touch episode talks about the problems encountered by some blind magistrates as they carry out their roles

In Touch is a weekly programme presenting news, views and information for blind and visually impaired people.

The 29th April episode featured a discussion with Ian Pearson, a blind court chairman, and Paul Millross, who has been serving on the bench for a year. They talk about some of the problems that still exist within the judicial system for some blind magistrates.

With thanks to Jonathan Thorpe for sending me the link to this programme.

Discussion about the constitution on BBC Radio Three

As part of the 15th January edition of Free Thinking, Conor Gearty, Iain McLean & Linda Colley discussed aspects of constitutional history and what a written constitution for the UK might look like if drafted now. The discussion can be found on the programme's web site.

Free Thinking seeks to explore ideas shaping our everyday lives and includes interviews with and debate between leading artists and thinkers. It's possible to see a list of forthcoming episodes; one (due to be broadcast on 30th January) investigating the current state of dissent in Russia is of potential interest to those studying Human Rights.