[2007] EWCA Crim 187

It was not necessary for judges to adopt a formulaic mantra setting out all the statutory provisions when reviewing the minimum term set for mandatory life sentences. Where judges departed from the recommendations of the trial judge and the Lord Chief Justice, it was sufficient for them to make clear their reasons.

CA (Crim Div) (Gage LJ, Burton J, Recorder of Winchester)

26/01/2007