Close Menu
WTX News
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    Trending
    • Hostages returned to Israel alive face ‘life-threatening’ health challenges, professor warns
    • Brigitte Bardot, 91, recovering at home after hospitalisation for surgery
    • Prince Andrew to give up all his titles and honours including Duke of York
    • Harmanpreet and Sciver-Brunt – fire, ice, and a touch of MI at the World Cup
    • Pulp overwhelmed by Glastonbury response as they didn’t expect anyone to care
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube
    WTX News
    • Live News
      • US News
      • EU News
      • UK News
      • Politics
      • COVID-19
      • Business
      • Tech zone
    • World news
      • Middle East News
        • UAE News
        • Palestine News
      • Europe
        • Italian News
        • Spanish News
      • Africa news
      • South America
      • North America
      • Asia
    • News Briefings
      • UK News Briefing
      • World News Briefing
      • Live Business News
    • Sports
      • Football News
      • Tennis
      • Women’s Football
    • MY World
      • Climate Change
      • In Review
      • Expose
      • Special Reports
        • Conscience Convoy
        • Rohingya Report
    • Entertainment
      • Insta Talk
      • Royal Family
      • Gaming News
      • TV Shows
      • Streaming
    • Lifestyle
      • Fitness
      • Fashion
      • Cooking recipes
      • Luxury
      • Money Saving Expert
    • Travel
      • Culture
      • Holidays
    • Sign Up
      • Log In
    WTX News
    • Live News
    • World news
    • News Briefings
    • Sports
    • MY World
    • Entertainment
    • Lifestyle
    • Travel
    • Sign Up
    Home - Politics - Barristers warn plan to ban dishonest Senedd members ‘unrealistic’
    Politics

    Barristers warn plan to ban dishonest Senedd members ‘unrealistic’

    By David Pike2 Mins Read
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Telegram WhatsApp
    Barristers warn plan to ban dishonest Senedd members ‘unrealistic’

    Barristers warn plan to ban dishonest Senedd members ‘unrealistic’

    The Criminal Bar Association, which represents practising members in Wales and England, criticised calls to create an offence of deliberate deception.

    Jonathan Rees, a Welsh barrister, urged real caution before making any changes to the criminal law as he gave evidence to the Senedd’s standards committee.

    He suggested the Welsh Parliament could instead expand the scope of the “tried-and-tested” offence of misconduct in a public office which is subject to important safeguards.

    Mr Rees raised concerns about a model proposed by the Institute for Constitutional and Democratic Research, warning a new offence would put a huge burden on courts.

    Think tank recommended disqualifying Senedd politicians

    The think tank recommended disqualifying Senedd politicians and candidates from office for deliberate deception, to further the aim of restoring public trust in politics from record lows.

    But Alex Greenwood, who practises regulatory and criminal law, warned the proposed model could infringe on longstanding rights under the European Convention on Human Rights.

    Mr Rees added: “In many respects, it’s wholly unrealistic. It states that a key objective … is the need for swift justice. Well, the proposal they have then set out will not come anywhere near meeting that objective.”

    “fake claims” on chancellor Rachel Reeves’ CV

    The King’s Counsel pointed to examples including “fake claims” on chancellor Rachel Reeves’ CV and Labour’s manifesto commitment not to raise tax on working people.

    He said: “We think it is entirely foreseeable that the courts … would simply be swamped, inundated with applications by voters of all political persuasions competing.”

    Labour’s Lee Waters countered: “On the practicality point, that’s an argument for not bringing any more criminal sanctions in … I don’t deny the courts are swamped but I’m not sure if that should be the first basis on which we make law.”

    Mr Waters said the paper’s model should not be treated as the last word, pointing out that it is only evidence to the committee rather than a firm Welsh Government proposal.

    In July, the Welsh Government committed to introducing a ban before the next election.

    Barristers warn plan to ban dishonest Senedd members ‘unrealistic’

    https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24735932.barristers-warn-plan-ban-dishonest-senedd-members-unrealistic/?ref=rss

    South Wales Argus The Senedd Wales News Welsh featured Welsh politics
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email Telegram WhatsApp
    Previous ArticleTrump nominates WWE co-founder Linda McMahon as Education Secretary
    Next Article MPs to summon Elon Musk to testify about X’s role in UK summer riots
    David Pike

    David Pike is an experienced news journalist with over 20 years experience as a UK News editor for WTX News and other news publications.

    Related Posts

    Why Maccabi Tel Aviv fans banned from Aston Villa game
    Politics

    Why Maccabi Tel Aviv fans banned from Aston Villa game

    Trump to host Zelenskyy today after setting up another meeting with Putin
    Politics

    Trump to host Zelenskyy today after setting up another meeting with Putin

    Scale of Chinese espionage in UK revealed as evidence in collapsed spy trial is published
    China

    Scale of Chinese espionage in UK revealed as evidence in collapsed spy trial is published

    Could Tomahawk missiles be a game-changer for Ukraine and could they strike Moscow?
    Politics

    Could Tomahawk missiles be a game-changer for Ukraine and could they strike Moscow?

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    You must be logged in to post a comment.

    Advertisment
    News Headlines
    Hostages returned to Israel alive face ‘life-threatening’ health challenges, professor warns

    Hostages returned to Israel alive face ‘life-threatening’ health challenges, professor warns

    Prince Andrew to give up all his titles and honours including Duke of York

    Prince Andrew to give up all his titles and honours including Duke of York

    Save 70% on VIP subscription
    News Briefings - the way to a better life
    News Briefings - the way to a better life
    Advert by Sponsors
    More from WTX News
    The latest gaming news - with game reviews and tips and tricks. updated 24 hours a day.
    The latest gaming news
    Hot off the press!
    • Hostages returned to Israel alive face ‘life-threatening’ health challenges, professor warns October 17, 2025
    • Brigitte Bardot, 91, recovering at home after hospitalisation for surgery October 17, 2025
    • Prince Andrew to give up all his titles and honours including Duke of York October 17, 2025
    • Harmanpreet and Sciver-Brunt – fire, ice, and a touch of MI at the World Cup October 17, 2025
    • Pulp overwhelmed by Glastonbury response as they didn’t expect anyone to care October 17, 2025
    WTX News latest breaking news sports and travel
    Latest News and analysis - Deciphering through the BS with exclusive News Briefings
    Facebook X (Twitter) TikTok Instagram

    News

    • World News
    • UK News
    • US News
    • EU News
    • Business
    • Opinions
    • News Briefing
    • Live News

    Company

    • About WTX News
    • Register
    • Advertising
    • Work with us
    • Contact
    • Community
    • GDPR Policy
    • Privacy

    Services

    • Fitness for free
    • Insta Talk
    • How to guides
    • Climate Change
    • In Review
    • Expose
    • NEWS SUMMARY
    • Money Saving Expert

    News delivered to your inbox

    Copyright WTX News 2025

    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.