We are delighted to be named Chambers of the Year and Criminal Law Team of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2026!
We are proud to share that we have been named Chambers of the Year and Criminal Law Team of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2026!
Broadway House Chambers Welcomes Family Pupil Madeleine Gosden
Madeleine will undertake her pupillage under the supervision of Anthony Hajimitsis and Dornier Whittaker.
Michelle Colborne KC and Abigail Langford Prosecute Defendant Sentenced To Life Imprisonment for Murder
Michelle Colborne KC and Abigail Langford prosecuted Scott Silkstone for the murder of Dwayne Tuohey.
Broadway House Chambers Welcomes Criminal Pupil Kathryn Wallace
Kathryn Wallace begins first six as a Criminal Pupil.
Halima Kamran Completes Pupillage and Accepts Tenancy
Halima Kamran Completes Criminal Pupillage.
28 Barristers & Staff at Broadway House Chambers Take on 150 Miles in September for Candlelighters
We're proud to announce that, as part of our 100th anniversary celebrations, Broadway House Chambers is participating in Candlelighters' 150 Miles in September Challenge.
Fen Greatley-Hirsch Appears as Led Junior for the Prosecution - Defendant Convicted for Conspiracy to Commit Grievous Bodily Harm
The central issue at trial concerned the extent of the defendant’s involvement and intentions in relation to the events leading up to the offence. The case involved the careful analysis of extensive evidence and ultimately resulted in a conviction for conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm. The trial included evidence from previous trials.
Talia Meer Represents the Child, Through the Children's Guardian, in Public Law Proceedings
Talia Meer represented the child through the children's guardian in a public law matter where the mother sought to take the child, who was subject to a care order, on holiday over the summer.
Criminal Team Newsletter - Summer Edition 2026
We are delighted to share with you summer edition of our Criminal Team Newsletter.
Should there be any topics or case law you would specifically like to see addressed in future editions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for reading and we look forward to sharing more in the months ahead.
Fen Greatley-Hirsch’s Client Receives Reduced Sentence in the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division)
The Court of Appeal quashed the sentence of 30 months, substituting it with one of 21 months custody.
Broadway House Chambers Welcomes Julie-Anne Kincade KC as an Honorary Door Tenant
Broadway House Chambers is delighted to announce that Julie-Anne Kincade KC (NZ) has joined Chambers as an Honorary Door Tenant.
Jayne Beckett Appears for the Prosecution Following Fatal Ilkley Collision That Killed Cyclist
Jayne Beckett, instructed by the Crown Prosecution Service, appeared for the prosecution in proceedings that resulted in Sohail Jahangir being sentenced to 10 years and five months’ imprisonment. Jahangir had struck a cyclist while attempting to overtake another vehicle on a rural road in Ilkley.
£1,955 Raised for Andy’s Man Club at the Dragon Boat Race.
We are delighted to announce that a total of £1,955 was raised for Andy’s Man Club.
Thank you to everyone for your kind donations.
Michelle Colborne KC and Gerald Hendron appear on behalf of two respondents in the Supreme Court in the case of R v Sheikh and others (Respondents)
Michelle Colborne KC and Gerald Hendron appear on behalf of two respondents in the Supreme Court in the case of R v Sheikh and others (Respondents)
Alex Modgill Appointed District Judge by His Majesty The King
Alex will be known as District Judge Modgill. He was called to the Bar (Lincoln’s Inn) in 2002. He was appointed as a Deputy District Judge in 2021.
The Lady Chief Justice has deployed him to the North Eastern Circuit, based at Sheffield Combined Court Centre, with effect from 3 August 2026.
£2,500 Raised for GIPSIL at 100 Year Charity Auction
We are delighted to announce that a total of £2,500 was raised for GIPSIL.
Michelle Colborne KC, Laura McBride and Ella Embleton-Brown Prosecute Halifax Historic Care Home abuse of children case
Michelle Colborne KC, leading Laura McBride and Ella Embleton prosecuted this harrowing case related to the abuse of children, entrusted into the care of Malcolm Philips and Linda Brunning, at Skircoat Lodge Children’s Home, between the mid 1970’s and early 1990.
Announcement: Jody Beaumont to joins Broadway House Chambers
We are delighted to announce that Jody Beaumont has joined Broadway House Chambers as a tenant.
Adam Willoughby Successful in Employment Appeal Tribunal
Adam had successfully represented the Respondent at a 5-day Final Hearing in Glasgow in July 2025, following which the Claimant appealed. The appeal was lodged 2 days late. The Appellant made an application for an extension of time which was rejected by the Registrar. He appealed further. Adam represented the Respondent before Lord Fairley, the President of the EAT.
Historic Offence Prosecuted by Jayne Beckett Following DNA Breakthrough
Jayne Beckett, instructed by the Crown Prosecution Service, secured a guilty verdict resulting in a six-year sentence and life on the Sex Offenders Register for David Sharp at Leeds Crown Court.

