ISLAMABAD: Minister for Law and Justice, Ahmad Irfan Aslam, met with Vice-Chairman of Pakistan Bar Council (PBC), Haroon-ur-Rashid here on Friday to discuss the issues faced by the PBC that hinder the smooth functioning of the body.

The Law Minister stated that welfare of lawyers is amongst the Caretaker Government’s priority and it will be ensured that no development work is decelerated.

He reiterated that young lawyers need to be educated and trained in order to raise professional standards even higher. The construction and refurbishment of bar rooms and technical facilities will improve the working environment for lawyers, the Law Minister pledged.

The Pakistan Bar Council was ensured to be provided with sufficient funds that will promote the development works, which will ultimately increase the efficiency of this body.