My role

I am a Partner and lead the firm’s Regulatory Team. My work predominantly relates to advising and representing clients in the Health and Social Care and Social Housing sectors.

My experience

I have significant experience in a broad range of regulatory proceedings. I advise clients during police and regulatory investigations. I represent clients in criminal and regulatory proceedings, including health and safety prosecutions, and I have significant experience representing clients during inquests. I have acted in many high profile and complex cases of significant public interest. My clients appreciate my calm approach and ability to provide expert support at a time of crises.

My specialisms

  • Regulatory investigations and proceedings
  • Criminal investigations and proceedings
  • Health and safety
  • Inquests
  • Judicial review

My latest articles

Covid-19, care homes and deprivation of liberty

Covid-19 establishes a solid foundation on which a derogation from Articles 5 and 8 is essential, says Hayden J in the case of BP v Surrey County Council and another [2020] EWCOP 17.

Sentencing safety-related offences within the health and social care sector
Sentencing safety-related offences within the health and social care sector

The recent £1.5 million fine imposed on BUPA Care Homes, following the death of a resident from Legionaries disease, demonstrates the increased risk of substantial fines and emphasises the need for organisations within the sector to ensure compliance with their health and safety obligations.

Standard of proof in suicide cases
Standard of proof in suicide cases

A long-awaited decision of the Court of Appeal has clarified that a lower standard of proof should apply than previously thought before an Inquest can return a conclusion of suicide.

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