Community Order for Sexual Assault of Colleague in a London Bar  

Charles Hannaford represented Mr LP, who was convicted, following a trial, of sexually assaulting an employed member of Council staff, where he was an elected member, during a social event at a London bar.

Mr LP was a man of previous good character, a Councillor for a number of years and a father to four children, one of whom has significant caring needs.

On 23^rd October 2025 Mr LP received a 12-month order, 250 hours of unpaid work and 10 RAR days.

Charles was instructed by Niall Shiels IKP Solicitors.

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