Founded in 1974 by the Byrne brothers Ardmore is one of the most successful contractors in Britain. It is under pressure because of the cost of fixing historic projects after new regulations came in post Grenfell.
As the Department of Justice pushes for a radical overhaul of the fee system next month, practitioners warn it will lead to an exodus from the criminal legal aid system, with the most vulnerable ultimately paying the highest price. As July comes closer, things are heating up.
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