Roy’s practice covers the actions of administrative and judicial agencies of government, particularly in regulatory, adjudicatory and enforcement matters. He has extensive experience of defending and challenging public law decisions. Roy advises and acts in statutory appeals and judicial reviews and has appeared in a number of leading administrative law cases.

Roy writes and lectures extensively, regularly speaks at national conferences and provides training for local authorities and others.

Directory Quotes

Roy is an excellent advocate and knowledgeable on the subject area, with an outstanding ability to convey complex matters understandably to a variety of audiences.

The Legal 500 2025, Licensing

He is an excellent advocate: he speaks well and the audience listens. His command of law is exceptional; and for written advice about nuanced areas of law, he is a go-to.

Chambers UK 2025, Licensing

  • Appointments:

    • Professor Emeritus, Bristol Law School, UWE

  • Qualifications & awards:

    • LLB, LLM (London), M Phil, PhD (Cantab)

  • Professional memberships:

    • Fellow of the Institute of Licensing
    • Member, Planning Law Bar Association

  • Prof Roy Light is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.