Welcome to the sixth edition of Smart Talk. In this podcast, Colette Kelly, Partner, Regulatory Solutions, and Sophia Arshad, Professional Support Lawyer discuss Sir David Calvert-Smith QC’s report into the failings of the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) in its handling of the Unaoil case. 

The podcast discusses the lead-up to the review including Mr Ziad Akle’s grounds for appeal and the conviction being quashed, the failings identified and the recommendations for change suggested by Sir David Calvert-Smith QC. 

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