The next Gough Square Live event will take place on 4th November 2026 at 11am.

In this edition of Gough Square Live, Ian Thomas and George Spence-Jones discuss some of the key amendments to the confiscation regime under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 introduced by the Crime and Policing Act 2026. They will look at changes that may help or hinder, depending on which side you represent.

Ian Thomas
Ian has substantial experience of providing regulatory and compliance advice in respect of food and beverages and other consumer products. He represents clients in court in criminal and civil cases and at inquests and public inquiries. He is ranked in the legal directories in life sciences regulatory, consumer law and health and safety.

George Spence-Jones

George is a specialist regulatory barrister who practises in both the civil and criminal courts, prosecuting and defending individuals and corporations across a wide range of matters. He has particular expertise in fraud and financial crime. He recently appeared in the Court of Appeal, where he successfully resisted an appeal against financial orders made after a conviction for consumer fraud.