Dear Members,

 

We are aware of the ongoing problems with the DSCC. We have contacted the LAA and The Law Society seeking further guidance as to how to proceed whilst the issues are ongoing.

 

In the meantime, we suggest you take steps to contact those police stations covered by your scheduled slots directly to notify them you are the Duty and provide a direct contact number. If the police are unable to get through to obtain a DSCC reference number and deploy you directly,  or the DSCC are unable to provide you with a number, please email dscc.enquiries@teamhgs.com to request a reference number and keep clear records of any problems arising. It is perhaps advisable to obtain the section of the custody record which records the client nominating your firm or requesting  the duty solicitor, just in case the LAA query it.

 

We would also suggest you email your LAA Contract Manager with any specific case difficulties so there is a clear record when it comes to billing.

 

Kind regards,

 

Mark Troman

Solicitor and Higher Courts Advocate

 

Powell Spencer & Partners

270 Kilburn High Road

London NW6 2BY

DX 123862 Kilburn 2

 

Secure Email: mark.troman@psplaw.cjsm.net 

 

Tel: 0207 604 5600

Fax: 0207 328 1221



 

 

 

 

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