Award of 2026 Criminal Defence Direct (CDD) Contracts to The Johnson Partnership and Watson Woodhouse Solicitors
The Legal Aid Agency · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of 2026 Criminal Defence Direct (CDD) Contracts to The Johnson Partnership and Watson Woodhouse Solicitors
Awarded 01 Feb 2026
Awarded01 Feb 2026
Value£2,950,000.00
AgencyThe Legal Aid Agency
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 5mo ago4mo term
Awarded 1 Feb 2026Expired 30 May 2026
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The Legal Aid Agency awarded a contract to The Johnson Partnership and Watson Woodhouse Solicitors for the provision of Criminal Defence Direct (CDD) services under the 2026 CDD Contract Award Notice.
The contract, valued at £2,950,000, covers the delivery of criminal defence legal services.
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