How many referees can each barrister put forward?

How many referees can each barrister put forward?

For each practice area, every barrister can put forward 5 referees. These referees can be instructing solicitors, other barristers or lay clients. The referees need to be able to speak to the strengths of the referring barrister and should have had experience working with them in the last 12-18 months. 

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