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Posted on: 13 Jul 2026

LAA reverses Exceptional Case Funding refusal after pre-action judicial review challenge

The Legal Aid Agency reversed its refusal of Exceptional Case Funding and Legal Help following a pre-action judicial review challenge brought by Simpson Millar's Public Law and Human Rights team. The case highlights how applicants outside the family categories prescribed by LASPO may still qualify for legal aid where Convention rights are engaged and demonstrates the importance of challenging funding decisions where an initial refusal may be based on an overly restrictive interpretation of the law.

Posted on: 29 Apr 2026

Client’s story: urgent legal action prevents removal of trafficking victim at high risk of suicide

This case study explains how urgent legal action by Simpson Millar prevented the removal of a trafficking victim at high risk of suicide. Despite medical evidence confirming he was unfit to fly, removal directions were issued. Through judicial review proceedings brought hours before removal, the Home Office cancelled the decision. The client was later released from detention and is now receiving support whilst his trafficking claim is reconsidered, highlighting the importance of early legal intervention in protecting vulnerable individuals.