Syam’s client was the only defendant to be acquitted of the human trafficking/modern slavery offences, instead being convicted of only the cannabis production. 

Defendant was sentenced to 13 years imprisonment at Leeds Crown Court on the 4^th of August 2025.

Suspended Sentence in Death by Dangerous Driving Case.

The defendant was acquitted of all counts following a trial lasting 6 days

Habibur Masum stabbed his 27-year-old wife to death in April 2024 26 times whilst she was pushing her baby in a pram in Bradford.

Life sentence with a 28 year minimum term.

Habibur Masum stabbed his 27-year-old wife to death in April 2024 over 25 times whilst she was pushing her baby in a pram in Bradford.

The Aim Project by GIPSIL.

Guy Swiffen and Dornier Whittaker qualify as Children Law Arbitrators.

We are delighted to announce that Anna Sutcliffe will be joining Broadway House Chambers with her official start date set for 1st July 2025.

R v Graham Allan Dowling - Gerald Hendron successfully prosecutes the Attempted Murder

Poole was deemed unfit to stand trial and given an indefinite hospital order following a jury determination that she did the act of causing his death.

Jayne Beckett was prosecution counsel and Abigail Langford was defence counsel for Ahmed.

Through careful cross-examination of the complainant, and a thorough review of telephonic material, Syam exposed various defects with the prosecution evidence, resulting in an unanimous acquittal.

Kathryn has an extensive background in regulatory work, criminal defence and prosecution, representing clients in complex and high-profile cases. Kathryn previously held positions as an associate within Irwin Mitchell LLP and Capsticks Solicitors. With over a decade of practice at the independent Bar on the Northern, Eastern, and South Eastern circuits, Kathryn has solidified her experience in regulatory and criminal work.

 The case involved complex areas of law, including bad character evidence and careful consideration of the nature of conspiracies. This allowed for the prosecution case to be robustly challenged. 

Broadway House Chambers is looking to recruit established practitioners with over 10 years’ experience to join our Civil and Employment teams.

Thomas and Talia start second six.

Chris and Jake are undertaking this journey to raise money for Advocate, a national charity who match members of the public with barristers who are willing to provide free legal help to those in society who are most in need. 

Christopher and Semaab appeared in complex appellate proceedings relating to international placement and its interplay with the 'nothing else will do' adoptive standard.

Stephen Wood KC Appears for Prosecution as Defendant is Found Guilty of Murder

Abigail Langford successfully prosecutes Patson Mafaune, who has been sentenced to 32 years for attempted murder after he shot at a man in the streets of Leeds in July 2024.

We are delighted to announce that Nikki Saxton KC has joined Broadway House Chambers.

Thomas and Shebanee start second six.

The new Channel 5 series 'Murder Suspect 1' features cases involving members of Chambers.

We are incredibly proud of this achievement and remain dedicated to maintaining and enhancing our wellbeing practices.

The defendant was remanded by the Recorder of Bradford into custody and warned her to expect a substantial custodial sentence.

This event highlighted the talent and dedication of the next generation of family law practitioners. Martin Wood’s legacy continues to inspire and motivate aspiring barristers.

Fen Greatley-Hirsch secures acquittal on multiple voyeurism charges.

Stephen Wood KC and Abigail Langford successfully prosecute Steven Francis for the murder of Louisa Hall and rapes of a further woman.

Success for Paul Smith as Claimant awarded almost £90,000 for pregnancy/maternity discrimination, victimisation and unfair dismissal.