“The first tranche of 4.5% cuts to the Criminal legal aid took effect from the 27th April 2010. The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) have today informed the Bar Council that the Courts computer software will not be updated and accordingly, there will be a different claims process.”
Guidance to Advocates – Advocates Graduated Fees Reduction of 4.5% (Word)
The Bar Council, 14th May 2010
Source: www.barcouncil.org.uk