GMC’s decision to suspend surgeon expressing anti-vax views online upheld - Apr 2023
Professional Discipline & Regulation
He has appeared on many occasions in the Employment Tribunal acting for NHS Trusts and medical practitioners. He has appeared in HC (90) 9 proceedings, internal Trust and PCT hearings and has an extensive FHSAA practice.
Recently, Martin defended a doctor in a significant appeal on dishonesty in professional regulation in General Medical Council v Chaudhary [2017] EWHC 2561 (Admin).
He has been recognised as a band 1 practitioner by Chambers & Partners since 2010.
“A charming opponent. He has a beautiful speaking style and is very confident in court. He has a tremendous reputation for his representation of medical professionals.” (Chambers & Partners 2021)
“Highly experienced in the medical regulatory field, he is able to master a complex brief with speed. He is an excellent advocate who can pursue arguments robustly and authoritatively.” “Extremely knowledgeable and helpful.” (Chambers & Partners 2020)
“He thinks outside the box and is not afraid to take on the tribunal.” “Always a pleasure to deal with.” (Chambers & Partners 2019)
“He is phenomenal and clients absolutely love him.”Clever, able and personable.” (Chambers & Partners 2018)
“He has a very smooth and persuasive oral advocacy style and is a very tough opponent.” “A clear and straightforward advocate with very good judgement as to how to pitch a case and what arguments to run with.” (Chambers & Partners 2017)
“He’s an extremely experienced and classy barrister. He can make unpalatable arguments seem attractive.” (Chambers & Partners 2016)
“Extremely impressive.” (Legal 500 2015)
“He is very impressive, especially when you need a QC in a high-profile case.” (Chambers & Partners 2014)
“Forceful, forthright and clear,” “an exceptionally safe pair of hands.” (Chambers & Partners 2013)
A ‘robust‘ advocate who “will fight every reasonable angle for his client.” (Chambers & Partners 2012)
“A charming and extremely capable advocate.” (Chambers & Partners 2011)
“He fights to the end for his clients’ best interests.” (Chambers & Partners 2010)
View full profile »1 Crown Office Row awarded Clinical Negligence Set of the Year at the Chambers UK Bar Awards 2022 - Nov 2022
Delighted to take home three awards at the Chambers UK Bar Awards last night, including Clinical Negligence Set of the Year. John Whitting KC was named Clinical Negligence Silk of the Year, and...
1 Crown Office Row shortlisted for five awards at the Chambers UK Bar Awards 2022 - Sep 2022
We are delighted to have been shortlisted for five awards at the Chambers UK Bar Awards 2022: Clinical Negligence Set of the Year Clinical Negligence Silk of the Year - John Whitting QC ...
Martin Forde QC appointed as co-chair to oversee a review of the Dr Manjula Arora case - Jun 2022
The General Medical Council (GMC) has appointed Martin Forde QC and Professor Iqbal Singh CBE to oversee a review of the Dr Manjula Arora case. Dr Arora’s tribunal hearing raised concerns among...
All-Party Report into Sickle Cell Care Published Today - Nov 2021
Today the government’s All-Party Report into sickle cell care, highlighting the need for improvement. The report was undertaken following the death of Evan Smith and others with a history of sickle...
Martin Forde QC hands over to Prof. Martin Levermore, the new Windrush independent adviser - Apr 2021
For the last three years, Martin Forde QC has acted as the Independent Advisor to the Windrush Compensation Scheme. Today, he hands over the role to Prof. Martin Levermore, who was appointed to the...
Martin Forde QC represents family of Evan Smith - Apr 2021
At the inquest into the death of Evan Smith, a 21 year old football data analyst, concluded on 6th April 2021. He had a history of sickle cell disease and was recovering from sepsis following a...
Inquest into the death of pregnant Nurse from COVID-19 begins - Mar 2021
An inquest into the death of Mary Agyapong, a specialist diabetes nurse who continued to work during the pandemic whilst pregnant. In March she stopped working due to back problems. In early April she...
Martin Forde QC features on the Power List 2021 - Nov 2020
Congratulations to Martin Forde QC on being named one of the most influential people for the second year running in recognition of his impact on the legal landscape. The Powerlist is an independent...
Annual Bar and Young Bar Conference 2020 “Forward Thinking: The Bar of the Future” featuring Martin Forde QC - Nov 2020
This year’s Annual Bar and Young Bar Conference “Forward Thinking: The Bar of the Future” is taking place remotely between 18-21 November 2020. The opening panel event at 6pm hear from Martin...
Martin Forde QC recognised in Oxford BHM 100 list - Oct 2020
In honour of Black History month, Oxford University have put together list of 100 people, past and present, who have contributed to the calibre of Oxford University’s reputation and understanding of...
Brasenose College Principal’s Conversations: Annual Equality Conversation - Oct 2020
On the evening of 21st October, Martin Forde QC is participating in the Brasenose College, University of Oxford, Principal's Conversation series. Martin joins Hannah Cusworth and Rajan Datar to...
Martin Forde QC discusses the death of a transport worker from COVID-19 on BBC One Panorama - Oct 2020
On 12th October at 7.35pm - 8.05pm on BBC One's Panorama, Martin Forde QC provided legal perspective on the investigation into the death of transport worker Belly Mujinga from COVID-19 after she was...
LawPod UK Ep. 117: Systemic Racial Inequality, Windrush and the Bar with Martin Forde QC - Jun 2020
The beginning of this week marked Windrush Day, introduced in June 2018 on the 70th anniversary of the Windrush migration, to celebrate the contribution of the Windrush Generation and their...
Martin Forde QC featured in June Issue of Counsel Magazine - May 2020
Martin Forde QC features on the front cover of Counsel Magazine’s June Issue. He discusses the Windrush Scheme, concept of citizenship and his experience of diversity at the Bar with Natasha...
Martin Forde QC appointed to chair Labour’s investigation into leaked report - May 2020
Martin Forde QC has been appointed by Labour to chair an investigation into the leaked anti-Semitism report on staff. Martin, who has been acting as the independent advisor to the Windrush...
Martin Forde QC speaks on HRLA panel ‘Windrush and the Hostile Environment’ - Sep 2019
Martin Forde QC, Independent Advisor on the Windrush Compensation Scheme, joins a panel of speakers at the Human Rights Lawyers Association (HRLA) public seminar discussing ‘Windrush and the Hostile...
Martin Forde QC gives keynote address on the Windrush Compensation Scheme - Mar 2019
On Thursday 21st March 2019, Martin Forde QC has been asked to be one of the keynote speakers at Embassy Magazine's all day conference focusing on consular assistance. The other keynote speaker Glyn...
1COR hitting the headlines with Martin Forde QC, Jeremy Hyam QC and Matthew Hill featured in The Lawyer’s Hot 100 2019 - Jan 2019
Delighted to have our members featured in The Lawyer’s Hot 100 for an outstanding year for Martin Forde QC, Jeremy Hyam QC and Matthew Hill. 1COR are proud to have the most members from a single...
Martin Forde QC provides an update on the Windrush Compensation Scheme - Dec 2018
Since Martin Forde QC's appointment as independent adviser to the Home Office, in May of this year, in respect of the proposed Windrush Compensation Scheme, he has received many direct appeals for...
Martin Forde QC gives interview about Windrush Compensation Scheme - Oct 2018
Martin Forde QC, Independent Advisor to the Windrush Scheme, gave an exclusive interview with The Mirror’s Nigel Nelson on 20th October 2018. In it, he discusses the potential compensation for...
Martin Forde QC invited to speak at the Intensive Care Society Legal & Ethical Seminar 2018 - Sep 2018
Martin Forde QC has been invited to speak at the Intensive Care Society's (ICS) legal and ethical seminar aimed at providing clarification and address the real-life legal and ethical problems faced by...
Martin Forde QC meets Lloyd Grant in the BBC Radio 4’s ‘Weathering Windrush’ - Jul 2018
BBC Radio 4's programme 'Weathering Windrush' follows Lloyd Grant, a victim of Windrush, as he rebuilds his life following the scandal. Martin and Lloyd met to talk through the financial and...
Martin Forde QC featured in The Guardian as Independent Person to the Windrush compensation scheme - Jun 2018
Martin Forde QC was interviewed by Amelia Gentleman for The Guardian about the psychological impact felt by Windrush victims. As part of his role devising the compensation scheme for Windrush victims,...
Martin Forde QC appointed Independent Person to the Windrush compensation scheme - May 2018
The Home Secretary has launched a Windrush compensation scheme call for evidence. Members of the Windrush generation are being asked to share their experiences to help shape a bespoke...
Martin Forde QC and Sydney Chawatama instructed in the inquest into death of a woman after termination of pregnancy - Apr 2018
Aisha Chithira, 31, died after collapsing in a taxi following a late surgical termination of pregnancy at 22 weeks' gestation in a West London clinic on 21st January 2012. She had travelled from...
Martin Forde QC in significant appeal on dishonesty in professional regulation - Dec 2017
Martin Forde QC appeared for Dr Chaudhary in a case arising from the performance of a ritual male circumcision. The GMC appealed a decision of the MPT not to find "impairment". The Appeal was...
1COR Annual Professional Discipline Seminar - Jun 2017
Last night saw a stellar line up of some of 1 Crown Office Row's finest speakers at the Royal College of Surgeons, discussing the latest developments in Professional Disciplinary law. The event was...
Martin Forde QC – Thinking of a future judicial appointment? - Dec 2016
Martin Forde QC guest blogs for the Bar Council on how volunteering for a test Recorder exercise could be good practice for a future application. Click here to read the full article.
Double Win In 2016 Chambers & Partners Awards - Oct 2016
Last night the annual Chambers UK Bar Awards announced their winners at a reception in The Hilton Park Lane. Having celebrated earlier in the week Elizabeth-Anne Gumbel QC becoming Legal 500 Person...
Martin Forde QC represents celebrity barrister - Oct 2016
Martin Forde QC represented Shaun Wallace before a Disciplinary Tribunal of the BTAS (Bar Tribunals and Adjudication Service). Shaun Wallace is a barrister and is also known for his performances as...
Martin Forde QC is reappointed to the Judicial Appointments Commission - Feb 2015
We are pleased to report that, on 24 February 2015, The Lord Chancellor announced the reappointment, by Her Majesty the Queen, of Martin Forde QC as Commissioner of the Judicial Appointments...
Martin Forde QC in a series of successful High Court challenges to GMC decisions - May 2012
Martin Forde QC has successfully challenged four GMC decisions in the High Court in the last 8 months. These include the cases of Dr Casey v GMC, Negin Shamsian v GMC and Dr Michael Jonathan Fish v...
Martin Forde QC appointed as Judicial Appointments Commissioner - Feb 2012
On the 5th January 2012, Martin Forde QC was appointed as the barrister member to the Judicial Appointments Commission. He filled the vacancy left by Lord Sumption when the latter joined the Supreme...
Robert Seabrook QC and Martin Forde QC in 7-day Health & Safety case - Nov 2011
Robert Seabrook QC, leading Christine Henson of Crown Office Row, Brighton represented Brighton and Hove City Council in a 7-day jury trial successfully prosecuting a gym and fitness club over...
Martin Forde QC secures Appeal victories for two doctors in two weeks - Nov 2011
Martin Forde QC has recently successfully represented 2 doctors in the cases of: Casey v General Medical Council In this case the Dr, a GP, was accused of a sexually motivated touching of a...
Martin Forde QC secures not proven decision from GMC Fitness to Practise for Consultant Anaesthetist - Sep 2011
Martin Forde QC recently represented Dr X a consultant anaesthetist accused of acting in a sexually inappropriate manner in the course of three operations involving consciously sedated patients. After...
Former BMA chair James Johnson cleared of misconduct by GMC - Dec 2010