News and Insights

Welcome to “Faces of the Tribunal” a new series that introduces you to the people who ensure the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal fulfils its role… Read more

The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) notes the government’s announcement that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will take on supervision … Read more

The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal is pleased to announce the appointment of six new solicitor members, with effect from 1 October 2025. The new … Read more

New Chief Clerk and COO appointments to support The SDT’s strategic direction The Board is pleased to announce an update to the … Read more

We are seeking to appoint a new Non-Executive Director to support the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal as it enters its next chapter. This is a … Read more

The Tribunal is saddened to hear of the passing of Timothy Dutton CBE, KC who, over the years, appeared in many significant cases at the Tribunal. He … Read more

The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal today announces that, Deborah Baljit will be stepping down as Chief Clerk and Chief Executive Officer on 4 April … Read more

The SDT is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Pygram as Lay Vice-President, effective from 3 March 2025.​ Anthony joined the Tribunal in… Read more

New policy – Public & Private Hearings   This is a new policy which sets out the key principles the Tribunal will follow when deciding to … Read more

President Alison Kellett, Solicitor Member, has been re-elected by the SDT membership to serve as President for a second (and final) 3-year term, … Read more