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Will a new flat rate on legal aid avert a protest this week?

The new flat fee rate for criminal legal aid is set to be introduced this Wednesday. But in a las...

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08.30 29 Jun 2026


Will a new flat rate on legal aid avert a protest this week?


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08.30 29 Jun 2026


The new flat fee rate for criminal legal aid is set to be introduced this Wednesday. But in a last-ditch attempt to avoid work stoppages by solicitors, the Justice Minister is looking to increase that fee.  

It this enough to stop the protests? Claire asked Cathy McDarby a s Solicitor at McDarby & Co.


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