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Jonathan BarkerSt Philips Chambers ‘Jonathan is meticulous in his preparation, and a fantastic strategical and tactical thinker.’
Ian Bridge – No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Ian gets on really well with clients. They know they have a committed barrister on their side.’
Ben Close –St Philips ChambersBen is a good junior: bright and tenacious.’
Christopher Hopkins - No5 Barristers' Chambers 'A confident junior with a forensic approach and an excellent client manner.'
Ben MillsSt Philips Chambers ‘Ben is well versed in handling some of the most serious cases concerning fatalities in the workplace and environmental issues. His presentation is detailed yet concise, and his knowledge of difficult issues is impressive.’
Tim PoleNo5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Tim is a very industrious barrister. He is technically very proficient and always looks for novel solutions for his clients.’
Bernard ThorogoodNo5 Barristers’ Chambers Bernard stands out for his analytical eye. His advocacy is subtle and persuasive and his interaction with clients is peerless.’
Tony WatkinNo5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Tony is insightful and knowledgeable. He is a very strong advocate who prepares well and will fight the case clearly and concisely.'
Ben Williams – St Philips Chambers ‘An experienced advocate who is calm and unflappable, Ben is quick to learn the intricacies of health and safety law.'

Business and regulatory crime (including health and safety) in Regional Bar

No5 Barristers' Chambers


Viewed by clients as 'an outstanding set with significant strength in depth', No5 Barristers’ Chambers has a solid track record in handling a wide range of business and regulatory criminal matters. The team regularly acts for individuals, companies, local authorities, national regulators and the Health and Safety Executive and Environment Agency. Tony Watkin’s broad practice takes in health and safety and environmental work, and Tim Pole's workload includes cases involving waste disposal issues and workplace accidents.

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‘The clerks’ room is one of the best in the country. Tony McDaid masterfully runs this huge set. Andrew Trotter is simply brilliant, exactly how a senior clerk should be. His excellent knowledge of his barristers combined with a very commercial outlook makes him an outstanding clerk. Chris Norman is a brilliant regulatory clerk. He has in-depth knowledge of his sector.’

‘Chris Norman is excellent: helpful and responsive. Daniel Griffiths is particularly helpful with enquiries and is always willing to go the extra mile to assist. Tony McDaid is also excellent.’

‘No5 have some excellent practitioners in regulatory and health & safety law.’





St Philips Chambers


St Philips Chambers is home to a team of 'experienced regulatory lawyers', which is particularly well regarded for handling prosecution work. Jonathan Barker is 'a persuasive advocate', and Joseph Millington’s practice takes in environmental criminal matters. Ben Mills is representing the Environment Agency and the Health and Safety Executive in an ongoing case arising from a major explosion in an anaerobic digestion facility, resulting in two employees receiving catastrophic injuries. Ben Williams has considerable experience in prosecuting on behalf of the Health and Safety Executive in cases involving workplace fatalities.

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‘James Withers is fantastic.’

‘The clerks are helpful and efficient. They provide a good service.’

‘St Philips is a fantastic set with good silks and good clerks that are always available and helpful.’