The Criminal Bills Assessment Manual (CBAM) and Supervisor Guidance for the 2025 Crime Contract have been updated, effective 31 July 2026. Key changes include revised prison law funding provisions, offering greater clarity and practical guidance for providers and Legal Aid Agency caseworkers, including Parole Board process details. Administrative burdens for providers have been reduced across all criminal legal aid categories, aligning remuneration for administrative tasks with civil legal aid arrangements. Amendments to cost assessment principles for telephone calls and letters reflect civil guidance standards. Supervisor Guidance incorporates updated SRA recommendations on effective supervision, aligning with changes made following the Court of Appeal decision in CILEX and others v Mazur and others. These updates aim to improve operational efficiency for providers.
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