Criminal Defence

• Police Investigations: What to Expect if You Are Bailed to Return or Released Under Investigation

  • PostedApril 8, 2026

  Being arrested and interviewed by police is one of the most unsettling experiences a person can go through. Whether you have been Bailed to Return (BTR) or Released Under Investigation...

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• When free speech faces the Law: Insights from the Cases of Connolly, Jones, and Hussain

  • PostedFebruary 20, 2026

  Freedom of expression is a vital element of a democratic society, yet it is not without boundaries and subject to legal limits – especially when speech risks causing harm to...

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• Restricted right to Jury Trial: What will the proposed changes mean?

  • PostedDecember 5, 2025

  On 2 December 2025, the Justice Secretary announced the Government’s intention to implement significant changes to trial by jury. The extent to which they will be implemented remains to be...

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• Ashtons strengthen Crime & Regulatory team with experienced hire

  • PostedAugust 14, 2025

  Ashtons is delighted to announce the recruitment of Senior Associate, Maya Devi Lal, into its Crime & Regulatory team, to further strengthen its defence services to individual and business clients....

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