Winckworth Sherwood LLP has a well-established parliamentary practice, recognised for its work drafting and promoting legislation for major infrastructure projects. The team has played a significant role in the development and implementation of the HS2 hybrid bill and remains active across the rail and harbour sectors. Its expertise spans hybrid bills, Development Consent Orders and Transport and Works Act Orders, with clients including local authorities, statutory undertakers and public bodies. Paul Irving, a Roll A Parliamentary Agent, now acts in a consultant capacity, drawing on his extensive experience in parliamentary, planning, compulsory purchase and environmental law. Alex Dillistone advises on infrastructure projects in the rail, ports, and energy sectors, with a strong understanding of statutory consent processes. Jane Wakeham supports clients on a wide range of legislative matters and is noted for her clear and prompt advice on primary and secondary legislation. Emma Rodican-Jones is a key contact for rail infrastructure projects, contributing to the team’s ongoing work on long-term statutory schemes. The practice continues to provide detailed, process-driven advice on complex infrastructure matters.
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Key clients

  • Secretary of State for Transport and HS2 Ltd
  • West Midlands Combined Authority

Work highlights

Advised the Department for Transport and HS2 Ltd on the promotion of the Bill for the construction and operation of the High Speed 2 railway.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

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Paul Irving
Paul Irving
Leading partners

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Hazel Anderson
Hazel Anderson
Alex Dillistone
Alex Dillistone
Jane Wakeham
Jane Wakeham
Practice head

Alex Dillistone; Paul Irving

Other key lawyers

Jane Wakeham; Emma Rodican - Jones