Michael Volpe OBE, Thomas Allery, The Hon John Sackar AM, KC, The Hon Mr Justice Huddleston, Judge Yevhen Synelnykov and Rachel Ansell KC

Bench Call May 2026

12 May 2026

Congratulations to our six new Benchers, Called to the Bench yesterday. The Hon John Sackar AM, KC, The Hon Mr Justice Huddleston, Ukranian Supreme Court Judge Yevhen Synelnykov and Rachel Ansell KC. The founder of Holland Park Opera, Michael Volpe OBE, and Temple Church Director of Music, Thomas Allery were made Honorary Benchers. Hall was filled with families, friends and colleagues who'd come to celebrate the occasion.

 

Michael Volpe OBE, Thomas Allery, The Hon John Sackar AM, KC, The Hon Mr Justice Huddleston, Judge Yevhen Synelnykov and Rachel Ansell KC
Bench Callees at High Table with former Treasurer The Rt Hon Lady Justice Kathryn Thirlwall DBE being addressed by the Under Treasurer
Guests at reception
Bernard Richmond KC and Rachel Ansell KC