SDT annual report published | SRA lawyer

The SDT yesterday published their annual report. Follow the link below to download the full document.

The main points made in the report are:

• There has been a reduction in the number of cases going to the SDT, but those that are being prosecuted take longer.
• An increase in Lay Applications which is a worrying trend in spite of evidence of increasing consumer empowerment.
• Strike off is by far the most likely outcome ( recent figures 31 stike off, 1 indefinite suspension, 6 fixed suspension, 9 fine 2 reprimand)
• The majority of appeals against decision were withdrawn or dismissed.

Click here to download the full report