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CPS Fees - Appeals Committee Decisions

The purpose of the Advocate Fee Appeals Committee is to resolve disputes by reference to published CPS fee schemes, in particular the Graduated Fee Scheme (GFS) and the Very High Cost Case scheme (VHCC). The rulings of the Committee are published for general reference and are contained within this section. The rulings are redacted to remove case specific details and advocate names.

Sustainable Development in the CPS

Policy and guidance in relation to the CPS's Sustainable Development strategy.

CPS Fees Bulletins

Update bulletins for changes, clarifications or practical assistance in CPS Counsel Fees. This will be updated regularly with bulletins issued by the CPS Court Business Unit. Please check for the latest updates.

Exceptions to spending moratoria applied for by the Crown Prosecution Service

All government departments, including the CPS, have been required by the Government to limit spending, and since 24 May 2010, there have been moratoria in place on spending in specific areas, namely: (a) A freeze on all new ICT spend above £1 million (b) A freeze on all new advertising and marketing spend (c) A freeze on all new consultancy spend (d) Increased control over new property leases and lease extensions and (e) A freeze on Civil Service recruitment

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