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Aksahin v London Borough of Enfield [2026] EWCA Civ 231 (06 March 2026)
The Court of Appeal dismissed a challenge to contempt findings arising from anti-social car cruising, upholding liability, costs, and a suspended committal order.
The statutory framework does not provide for the disapplication of the indemnity principle in criminal legal aid, where it funds civil contempt proceedings. Costs recoverable by a legally aided party are limited to legal aid rates prescribed by the Criminal Legal Aid (Remuneration) Regulations 2013. The LAA's assessment is not binding, and retrospective private retainers cannot increase recoverable costs. The application for a Costs Capping Order fails as the criteria under CPR r 3.19(5) are not met.
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The Crown Court sentenced Mr Stamp to 12 months’ imprisonment for nine contempt findings, based on repeated breaches of a restraint order and dissipation of assets.
Financial Conduct Authority v Stamp (aka Clifford) [2025] EWCR 6 (16 July 2025)
The Crown Court found Iain Clifford Stamp in contempt for breaching restraint and disclosure orders in FCA proceedings and adjourned the case for sentencing representations.
Mr Irvine knowingly breached the antisocial behaviour injunction by being present at the prohibited property, and given his persistent breaches and high culpability, a custodial sentence of 89 days is appropriate and not to be suspended.
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Chief Constable of Devon & Cornwall Police v Shorthouse [2025] EWCC 28 (06 May 2025)
The court found Patricia Shorthouse in contempt for breaching an injunction and imposed 50 days' imprisonment, taking account of remand time.
The respondent's persistent and serious breaches of the injunction order, her failure to engage with the court or provide medical evidence, and the high risk posed to JH's placement justify an immediate custodial sentence of 168 days. Suspension is inappropriate due to her demonstrated disregard for court orders and lack of intent to comply.
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City of Doncaster Council v Irvine [2025] EWCC 25 (28 April 2025)
The County Court at Sheffield found Daniel Irvine in contempt for breaching an antisocial behaviour injunction and sentenced him to 13 weeks’ imprisonment.
Barclays Bank PLC v Dylan & Ors [2025] EWCA Civ 265 (14 March 2025)
The Court of Appeal upheld most contempt findings against Jack Mason for breaches of freezing orders, but allowed his appeal on a procedural unfairness point concerning count 4.
Lafronte v Johnson [2025] EWFC 20 (B) (06 February 2025)
The Family Court found Aaron Johnson in contempt for three breaches of a non-molestation order and fined him £200, rejecting imprisonment.
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