Crown Prosecution Service

"We are a public prosecution service and for some time I have favoured a change of name to make that clearer. This would reflect the major transformation that we are making in the role of prosecutors within the criminal justice system. I have discussed this with the Attorney General who takes the same view and I am discussing it with my staff. No final conclusion has yet been reached. When this process is complete the Attorney General and I will announce our decision.” – Ken Macdonald QC

About the CPS
As the principal prosecuting authority in England and Wales, the CPS is responsible for:

Advising the police on cases for possible prosecution

Reviewing cases submitted by the police

Determining any charges in more serious or complex cases

Preparing cases for court Presenting cases at court

Director of Public Prosecutions
Evelyn Francis QC

Senior Prosecutors
John Montgomery Fiona Walsh

Douglas Connery

Junior Prosecutors
Stephanie Armstrong

Rick Clarke