QEB Hollis Whiteman

A leading set of advocates specialising in Financial & Corporate Crime, Serious Crime, Regulatory & Professional Discipline, Private Prosecution and Public Law.

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Fiona Robertson appears for the prosecution in proceedings concerning an arson attack on the former East London Central Synagogue in Whitechapel. Two defendants have been charged with arson.

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Ari Alibhai appeared on behalf of the Premier League in the successful prosecution of Michael Barrow, operator of the illegal IPTV service MB Streams, who was sentenced at Swansea Crown Court to three years and two months' imprisonment.

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Roger Smart was instructed as leading counsel in the prosecution of three defendants who possessed two loaded firearms, ready to fire, and who drove an untraceable Range Rover dangerously in order to avoid a pursuing police vehicle.

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Charlotte Godber acted for Davointe Thomas in a Lambeth Hospital case where there were significant disclosure issues during the criminal investigation.

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QEB Hollis Whiteman are pleased to share a recent article by Fallon Alexis, published by the Bar Council, exploring the importance of ensuring that a career at the Bar feels possible for everyone with the talent to succeed.

Read the full article here: https://t.co/DAGgtyicXq

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A wonderful evening at Toklas celebrating Rebecca Harris KC and Karen Robinson KC.

It was a pleasure to come together with colleagues, friends, families and members of Chambers to mark this special occasion and celebrate their achievements. Thank you to everyone who joined us.

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Anne Whyte KC represents John McGowan-Fazakerley before Preston Crown Court in proceedings arising from the death of Preston Davey. The trial continues.

Anne Whyte KC is instructed by Correna Platt of Stephensons, Wigan.

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Thampi v GMC [2026] EWHC 1036 (Admin): Lydia Barnfather succeeds on appeal, securing removal of suspension and “no action” for the doctor.

Lydia was instructed by Matthew Barlow of Clyde & Co.

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David Groome and Ari Alibhai acted in confiscation proceedings arising from one of the UK’s largest illegal streaming prosecutions.

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Eleanor Laws KC and Georgina Jenkins represented a football coach who faced a 10-count indictment involving four complainants for rape, sexual assault, sexual activity with a child and inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.

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We are delighted to share that Fallon Alexis has won Diversity Champion of the Year - Barrister at the Women and Diversity in Law Awards.

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Adrian Darbishire KC completes his term as Joint Head of Chambers after 5 years. Anne Whyte KC is elected Joint Head alongside Selva Ramasamy KC, leading QEB into its next chapter.

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Roger Smart prosecuted R v Crenguta Aruxandei at Northampton Crown Court, where the defendant was sentenced after a serious road traffic collision that left two British Army personnel with physical and psychological injuries.

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A fantastic and well-deserved achievement.

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We’re proud to share that Selva Ramasamy KC and Fiona Robertson have been named in the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List.

The list celebrates legal professionals who have committed 25+ hours to pro bono work over the past year, supporting access to justice across the UK.

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We’re proud to share that Selva Ramasamy KC and Fiona Robertson have been named in the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List.

The list celebrates legal professionals who have committed 25+ hours to pro bono work over the past year, supporting access to justice across the UK.

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A reminder of the importance of expert evidence in police driving cases and the Court’s power to award costs.

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Mark Aldred secures wasted costs order following discontinued prosecution.

HHJ Crowther ordered the CPS to pay £9,960 after a dangerous driving case against a police officer was pursued for over a year before being discontinued shortly before trial.

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Mark Aldred secures wasted costs order following discontinued prosecution.

HHJ Crowther ordered the CPS to pay £9,960 after a dangerous driving case against a police officer was pursued for over a year before being discontinued shortly before trial.

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Alex Mullen appeared on behalf of the Teaching Regulation Agency in the case of Jennifer Howie, accused of examination malpractice and aggressive and racist behaviour.

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David Jeremy KC, on his third return to the Court of Appeal representing Ben Field, secures a judgement acknowledging that the Court had been wrong to dismiss Field’s first appeal in March 2021.

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Thomas Coke-Smyth of QEB Hollis Whiteman acted for the prosecution in a case before Westminster Magistrates’ Court concerning an offence under the Representation of the People Act 1983.

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