The issue of the inadequate charge: Shruti Sharma examines if the panel should amend the charges after hearing evidence
2nd June 2017
PSA v (1)HCPC & (2)Doree [2017] EWCA Civ 319.
3PB's Shruti Sharma discusses the issue of late applications to amend charges and the approach that will be taken by adjudicating panels following the case of Doree. To read Shruti's full analysis, please click here.
Shruti Sharma is a specialist regulatory and disciplinary practitioner. For more information about her practice, please follow this link.
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