Upholding Law & Order and Justice

Montage of pictures of Michael

As a former barrister, Michael has always had a keen interest in Justice and the law. As Mis Majesty’s Solicitor General, he was a key part of our Justice System.

As a former barrister, Justice is an issue in which I have always had a keen interest.  I work closely with Dorset’s Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick, and I am pleased with the work that is being done both locally and nationally to keep our communities safe.

As HM Solicitor General, I worked alongside the Attorney General. Our Department provided superintendence to the Government Legal Department, the Crown Prosecution Service, HM Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate and the Serious Fraud Office. I reviewed hundreds of Unduly Lenient Sentences, and recommended they be referred back to the Court of Appeal for increasing. 

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Defence Spending Increased - Have Your Say:

The Prime Minister recently announced the biggest strengthening of our national defence in a generation, with a fully funded plan to grow the defence budget to 2.5% of GDP by 2030.  With the war in Ukraine and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East - the world is increasingly becoming more an

Michael Speaks to Border Force Officers

In his role of Minister for Countering Illegal Migration, Michael has visited a number of airports and ports to speak to Border Force Officers.

Michael Visits Dorset Police Marine Unit

As Minister for Countering Illegal Migration, Michael was invited to see at first hand the work of his local police force in reducing organised crime, and protecting our border. He visited the Dorset Police Marine Unit, to observe their progress on Organised Immigration Crime.

Rwanda Bill Debates

As the Minister for Countering Illegal Migration, Michael summed up the Committee Stage debate in Parliament this week for the Safety of Rwanda Bill.

Michael welcomes increased Sentence for reckless driver

As part of his work as Solicitor General, Michael reviews Unduly Lenient Sentences, and then can refer them back to the Court of Appeal for review. He recently referred the case of a driver who killed a young woman.

Michael speaks at Bournemouth Crown Court

Michael was part of  Crown Court open day in Bournemouth, where he spoke about the Unduly Lenient Sentencing scheme, and its important place in the Criminal Justice System.  He was invited by Judge Mousley KC, as part of the day which had involvement from the Courts and Tribunal Serv

Michael visits regional Lawyers

In his role as Solicitor General, Michael recently went on a Law Tour in the Midlands, North West and Wales with the Attorney General. The tour was to look at victim support measures and to explore how law is supporting local communities, as well as meeting local lawyers working in those areas. Th