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A new "failure to prevent fraud" offence has been introduced as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (the Act).

In recent months we have written about the growing trend of prosecuting individuals for health and safety breaches in Australia, particularly in relation. to manslaughter charges.

What statutory or regulatory obligations should an entity consider when deciding whether to conduct an internal investigation in your jurisdiction?

The Senior Law Lord (as he then was) Lord Bingham of Cornhill was not above quoting Jeremy Bentham's criticism of judge-made criminal law, which he called "dog-law", in his 1792 polemic Truth versus Ashurst:

The criminal justice system in England and Wales is under immense strain. With Crown Court backlogs exceeding 75,000 cases as at the end of 2024 – double the volume seen in 2019...

In February, Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor and Peter Mandelson were both arrested on suspicion of MiPO and later released, in the context of investigations relating to the Epstein Files.

Reform UK plans a private prosecution over the Manchester Airport incident, citing CPS delays. The case highlights challenges in private prosecutions, including scrutiny of political motives.

The UK faces a significant fraud epidemic, with over £1 billion lost in 2023 and underreporting suggesting higher actual losses. Despite fraud being widespread, it receives minimal police resources, and prosecution delays persist. To address this, recommendations include incentivizing whistleblowers, harsher sentences for fraudsters, reducing reliance on Deferred Prosecution Agreements, and establishing a National Fraud Squad. A comprehensive, multi-faceted approach involving both public and pri

As the negative effects of global warming have intensified, so too has political momentum in favour of criminalising ecosystem destruction.

On 27 July 2012 the Divisional Court sentenced three fraudsters to prison for contempt of court. John Palmer, Director in DWF’s Local Authority team, acted for Havering Council in their successful contempt application.

On 16 February 2022 the Supreme Court handed down their unanimous judgment in Bloomberg LP v ZXC [2022] UKSC 5.

A false report claimed INTERPOL issued a Red Notice for Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao amid a U.S. lawsuit against Binance. While denied, the case underscores the rising use of INTERPOL Red Notices and extradition in international crypto-related criminal investigations.

Neighbour disputes can range from minor irritations to serious issues affecting daily life, including excessive noise, unpleasant smells, and anti-social behaviour. Understanding what constitutes a legal nuisance and knowing the available remedies—from mediation to formal action through councils, police, or landlords—can help resolve conflicts and restore peaceful enjoyment of your home.

This article outlines the UK Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) dual-track approach to investigating insider dealing, penalties, recent case examples, and preventative measures companies should implement to mitigate insider trading risks.

When a criminal case collapses due to the police losing or mishandling evidence, it can be devastating for victims who have placed their trust in the justice system.

Financial fraud is yet again rising, in 2024 the annual Crime Survey for England and Wales reported 4.1 million occurrences of fraud...

Nothing can prepare most people for the emotional turbulence that follows the receipt of a letter from HMRC, particularly if it is from the Fraud Investigation Service.