Espionage cases

June 26, 2025

In the latest edition of the New Law Journal, Sailesh Mehta and Theo Burges examine the growing number of espionage prosecutions in the UK examining the overlap with terrorism cases

They highlight:

• The key sentencing principles in espionage cases that should guide legal practitioners
• How the Daniel Khalife case exemplifies the intertwining of Official Secrets Act and Terrorism Act charges

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Sailesh Mehta is a highly experienced barrister advising and representing clients in sensitive and high profile cases and providing strategic, incisive advocacy in complex prosecutions and defences. Read more: [Sailesh Metha Profile]

Theo Burges has a particular focus on National Security and Espionage Law, with a strong interest in the evolving impact of the National Security Act 2023. His expertise keeps him closely aligned with ongoing legal and policy developments in this rapidly changing area. [Theo Burges Profile]