I do not have the time today to do undertake the proper Fisking that this LSC response to the Bar Council deserves. So you will have to do your own.

For the Commission to reject BC proposals because they have been considered previously when their very own current strategy is one which has seen so much historic piloting and changes of course, beggars belief.

When you read their first "important principle" you are also faced with a "where the *$%£ do you start moment", of some considerable magnitude.

The delivery of legal aid must be structured around our clients and potential clients, readily available and focussed firmly on their needs, lifestyles, known preferences and location – not those of providers.

I also have this new report to read now as well.