Lord Kerr Essay Competition 2025 Announced | Topic: Privacy vs National Security
We are pleased to open submissions for the Lord Kerr Essay Competition 2025. This year’s thought-provoking question is:
“Is the UK striking the right balance between national security and the right to privacy?”
Eligibility
Open to:
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Current students at UK higher education institutions
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Recent graduates
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Pupil barristers, trainee solicitors, SQE candidates, and new GDL entrants
Word Limit: Up to 2000 words
Deadline: 25th July 2025, by 23:59 (UK time)
Assessment Criteria
Essays will be evaluated based on:
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Depth of understanding of the topic
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Originality of thought and strength of ideas
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Clarity in presenting a viewpoint
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Organisation and structure
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Quality of writing, grammar, and spelling
Submission Format
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Submit as a Word or PDF file via this submission form
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Footnotes are encouraged and not counted in the word limit
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No bibliography required, but proper citation of all sources is expected
Queries
For any questions, email: hrla.younglawyers@gmail.com
Link to official notification- LINK
