On 26 July 2018 APL Member firm Swain & Co. have issued a claim for judicial review alleging that the Parole Board is not sufficiently independent to meet the requirements of a court, and seeking an order staying the current Chair recruitment process.
Former head of the Parole Board Nick Hardwick provided a witness statement to assist the challenge.
A hearing has been listed on 26th July 2018 to consider interim relief and permission.