Senior barristers appointed to advise government

The Government Legal Department has announced the formation of the Attorney General’s Senior Treasury Counsel Group (STCG), appointing six distinguished King’s Counsel to provide strategic oversight and coordination for the government's most significant litigation tasks. Prominent members included Jonathan Crow KC, Marie Demetriou KC, Kate Grange KC, Tim Otty KC, Jason Pobjoy KC, and Julia Smyth KC. They will work alongside First Treasury Counsel Sir James Eadie KC to ensure that the government receives top-tier legal representation. "External counsel work on some of the most complex and sensitive legal issues of the day," stated Attorney General Lord Hermer, highlighting the importance of these appointments. The six barristers will not only lead on individual cases but also provide legal guidance to the Attorney General’s Civil Panel Counsel and promote diversity within the legal profession. Treasury Solicitor and GLD’s Permanent Secretary, Susanna McGibbon KC (Hon), commented on the group’s role, saying, "Establishing this group to work alongside the Government Legal Profession will allow for greater resilience and strategic oversight." This initiative is expected to enhance the government's operational efficiency and support its ongoing legal challenges across various areas, from national security to immigration issues.

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