Ruth Evans has been appointed as the new Chair of the Criminal Legal Aid Advisory Board (CLAAB). The role involves providing independent leadership and strategic direction to the Board, which advises the Lord Chancellor on criminal legal aid schemes to support a high-performing justice system. Evans, succeeding HH Deborah Taylor, will begin her tenure on 1 September 2026, serving a three-year term. With 40 years of experience in public interest advocacy, Evans has previously chaired organizations such as Stop Scams UK, the Bar Standards Board, and the Independent Police Complaints Commission. The CLAAB, established in October 2022, aims to improve criminal legal aid through market sustainability discussions, data analysis, and policy impact assessments. Membership includes representatives from legal bodies, the Crown Prosecution Service, and the Legal Aid Agency.
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