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UK Lawyers Accused of Abetting Espionage for Ricardo Salinas Pliego Face SRA, BSB & SFO Complaints

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Formal complaints target top barristers and solicitors over alleged misuse of privileged materials from covert Black Cube entrapment of opposing lawyer

A deepening legal scandal threatens to upend one of London’s most closely watched commercial disputes, as high-profile barristers and solicitors representing Mexican wannabe billionaire Ricardo Salinas Pliego now face formal complaints filed with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), Bar Standards Board (BSB), the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), and select members of the House of Lords.

At issue: allegations that Salinas’s legal teams knowingly deployed evidence secretly gathered through a clandestine Black Cube operation. The private intelligence firm, infamous for past global scandals and unlawful schemes, posed as fake clients using fake names, summoned the defense lawyer to Amsterdam where he was secretly recorded unbeknown to him, allegedly induced to consume alcohol, and the Black Cube secret operative extracted highly sensitive litigation defense strategy — material later submitted to the UK High Court. 

Legal analysts describe the case as potentially “one of the gravest attempts to subvert and undermine the honor of the justice system in modern UK commercial litigation.”

The rules at stake — and why they matter
The formal complaints cite breaches of the most critical professional duties under UK law, including:

  1. SRA Principle 1: obligation to uphold the rule of law and proper administration of justice.
  2. SRA Principle 2: to maintain public trust and confidence in the legal profession.
  3. SRA Principle 5: to act with integrity.
  4. SRA Rule 1.4: prohibiting misleading the court or others by acts, omissions, or allowing or being complicit in the acts or omissions of others (including the client).
  5. SRA Rule 2.1: forbidding misuse or tampering with evidence.

For barristers, the alleged breaches strike at:

  1. BSB Core Duty 1 (CD1): duty to the court and the proper administration of justice, which overrides even client interests.
  2. BSB Core Duty 3 (CD3): duty to act with honesty and integrity.
  3. BSB Core Duty 5 (CD5): duty not to conduct oneself in a way that undermines public trust.
  4. BSB Rule rC8 & rC9: specifically prohibiting misleading the court and abusing the advocate’s role.
  5. BSB Rule rC66: duty to report serious misconduct by others.

Legal ethics experts warn that violating these standards is no technical matter. Such breaches strike at the very core of the justice system and fairness of trials. As officers of the court, the lawyers are granted special trust — to handle confidential information, represent parties in court honestly and with integrity, and act as ambassadors of justice — precisely because they are expected to prioritize truth, integrity, and fairness over any client’s ambitions or money.

Courts Have Already Acted Against Use of Illicit Evidence in Similar Cases
Recent case law underscores how seriously English courts view attempts to exploit confidential or privileged material secured through covert means. 

In Bourlakova v Bourlakov (Comm. Ct, 2024), the High Court intervened after private investigators were deployed to obtain sensitive documents from the opposing side. The court swiftly ordered an adjournment, delivery up, and deletion of the improperly acquired materials, emphasizing that protecting the integrity of the proceedings came before any party’s litigation strategy. Observers say the Salinas dispute is even more troubling. 

In R v Grant [2005] EWCA Crim 1089 (Court of Appeal), while on remand in prison, the police covertly recorded conversations between Grant and his solicitor. These recordings were made without judicial authorisation and without the knowledge of either Grant or his legal team. 
The surveillance was part of a broader operation and included legally privileged conversations, breaching the core protections of solicitor-client confidentiality. 

The Court of Appeal quashed Grant’s conviction.

  • It held that state misconduct in violating legal professional privilege (LPP) was so serious that it offended the rule of law.
  • The court emphasised that the right to communicate confidentially with legal advisers is a fundamental right, and its deliberate violation by the state renders a trial inherently unfair.

What repercussions could follow if the complaints made against the barristers and solicitors succeed?

If the allegations are substantiated:

The solicitors could face suspension or being struck off the roll by the SRA, permanently losing the right to practice law.

The barristers could be disbarred by the BSB, likewise ending their professional careers.

Both groups could also face heavy costs orders, reputational ruin, or referral for criminal investigation on the serious charge of perverting the course of justice, which under UK common law is punishable by imprisonment up to life. 

It is not known what other actions the harmed Defendants intend to take to introduce the rule of law back in to the case and detail Ricardo Salinas and his lawyers abuse of process. But legal observers state that the case has been irredeemably tainted by the unlawful tactics allegedly orchestrated by Salinas legal teams.

Who are the lawyers implicated in wrongdoing?
The complaints specifically name:

  • Stephen Robins KC, John David Meredith Wardell KC, Adam Cloherty KC,
  • Henry Phillips, Matthew Abraham, Ryan Perkins,
  • Richard Greenberg, Stephanie Wilkins, Andrew John Ford,  Edward John Whitney Allen, Adam Flacks, Hana Kapadia, Disa Greaves

The law firms involved are Enyo Law LLP and LK Law LLP. Enyo Law LLP was engaged by Salinas during the covert recordings and LK Law LLP deployed the covert recordings.

Statement from Astor
A spokesperson for Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd approached for this article stated:

“Lawyers are officers of the court first. When they abandon their duties of honesty and integrity to serve an unlawful agenda, they undermine public trust in the entire system. These are not abstract rules — they protect every litigant’s right to a fair process, and lawyers should not participate in or engage in conduct contrary to lawyers professional duties and Bar Rules. What took place is a travesty and we are shocked at the lawyers conduct. The lawyers had an obligation to distance themselves from such wrongdoing, instead they looked the other way or endorsed it”. 

The court documents reveal that the dispute centers around whether Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd had the right to lend the shares during the term of the loan. The term which is used in the financial industry is referred to as “Rehypothecation”. Ricardo Salinas legal team claims that Astor did not have such rights. We had obtained a copy of the loan agreement and accompanying legal opinion and it appears that Astor did have such right. 

 

The spokesperson further reported that:
“It is further very upsetting that the same lawyers have been lying and continue to lie to the UK High Court as to whether Astor had the right to lend the shares to third parties during the loan term. That to us is perjury, obstruction of justice and perversion of justice and this will not be tolerated. We have in fact reported all the  people involved from Enyo Law LLP and LK Law LLP and the named barristers and we will trust that the regulatory authorities will investigate who is involved and how and take appropriate measures. We will not stand for lying to court by Ricardo Salinas lawyers”. 

Disclaimer
These remain allegations subject to ongoing legal and regulatory processes. No findings of liability, misconduct, or criminal wrongdoing have yet been made by courts or regulatory authorities as of the date of this publication, and all individuals and entities mentioned are presumed innocent until proven otherwise.

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UK-certified SWL Miner launches the best free cloud mining for BTC DOGE XRP and other popular currency enthusiasts

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UK-certified SWL Miner launches the best free cloud mining for BTC, DOGE, XRP and other popular currency enthusiasts

United Kingdom, 7th Jul 2025 – As Bitcoin breaks through $100,000 again, mining is gradually emerging in the cryptocurrency circle

In the growing world of cryptocurrency, “mining” has always been seen as the golden ticket to digital wealth.

However, the reality of traditional cryptocurrency mining is often accompanied by high hardware costs, deafening noise, staggering electricity bills, and complex technical maintenance.

These obstacles often prevent many aspiring investors from entering the field. But does this mean that ordinary people cannot get on this cryptocurrency wealth train?

The emergence of cloud mining has broken down these barriers. Not only has it democratized cryptocurrency profitability, it has also provided a simple, efficient, and hands-off way to invest.

New investment opportunities are emerging in an endless stream, but few are as bold and eye-catching as SWL Miner. SWL Miner offers holders potential daily returns, positioning itself as a disruptive force in the cloud mining industry. But what does this service really mean? Is it really as feasible as it sounds? How does SWL Miner stand out from the competition? Let’s dig in.

 

The difference between traditional mining and cloud mining:

Traditional mining requires the purchase of expensive mining machines, finding cheap electricity, and configuring and maintaining mining equipment. Cloud mining transfers these complexities to the service provider (SWL Miner) by renting cloud computing power, and users only need to pay the rent to participate in mining.

The principle and operation of SWL Miner:

1. Leasing computing power:

Users rent mining machines from cloud mining service providers for cryptocurrency mining.（One-click registration）

2. Data center support:

SWL Miner service provider has a large-scale data center equipped with the hardware equipment required for mining, such as ASIC mining machines or GPUs.

3. Contract model:

Users usually choose different cloud mining contracts, the contract content includes computing power size, lease term, etc.

4. Mining income distribution:

Users share the cryptocurrency rewards generated by mining according to the proportion of their leased computing power.

Differences from traditional mining:

Equipment investment:

Traditional mining requires the purchase of expensive mining equipment, but with SWL Miner, there is no need to purchase and you can directly lease computing power.

Visit the official website to view full contract options.

Maintenance cost:

Traditional mining requires self-maintenance of equipment, including power, heat dissipation, noise and other issues, but if you choose our SWL Miner, we will be responsible for it.

Technical threshold:

Traditional mining requires certain technical knowledge, while SWL Miner simplifies the mining process and lowers the technical threshold.

Advantages of SWL Miner Service Provider：

1: SWL Miner is a cloud mining platform with a UK license. It was established on June 13, 2017 with a registered capital of 1 million pounds.

2: The platform provides a user-friendly interface and instant mining through the cloud without any equipment or complex settings

3:Flexible choice: Users can choose different computing power sizes and lease periods according to their needs.

3. Daily settlement: The mined Bitcoin, Litecoin, and other digital currencies are automatically sent to the user’s wallet every day

4：Supports a variety of popular cryptocurrencies: SWL Miner supports DOGE, BTC, ETH, USDC, USDT, BCH, LTC, XRP, SOL, etc. for settlement

5：Safe and reliable: The platform uses top security measures from McAfee® and Cloudflare® to ensure that your digital assets are protected wherever you are.

Conclusion：

For many cryptocurrency investors, simply “holding” assets or making short-term trades often exposes them to huge market fluctuations and mood swings. However, cloud mining offers a more predictable and stable profit model. In short, it allows you to participate in the growth of cryptocurrency networks without having to be a hardware expert or electricity giant.

Therefore, cloud mining has become a wise choice for ordinary investors who want to enter the crypto space and earn passive income.

If you are tired of the complexity and high upfront costs of traditional mining and crave a simple, safe and efficient way to grow your digital assets, then SWL Miner is definitely worth exploring. 

To learn more about SWL Miner, visit its official website https://kloudminer.com/ to view the mining plans and start your mining journey

 Contact: info@swlminer.com

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Billingsley Ford of Altus Enhances Customer Experience with Comprehensive Vehicle Services

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Billingsley Ford of Altus, located at 108 North Veterans Drive, is committed to providing exceptional automotive services to the Altus community and surrounding areas. As part of the Billingsley Family of Dealerships, the Altus location offers a wide range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Altus, OK – Billingsley Ford of Altus, located at 108 North Veterans Drive, is committed to providing exceptional automotive services to the Altus community and surrounding areas. As part of the Billingsley Family of Dealerships, the Altus location offers a wide range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Comprehensive Vehicle Services

Billingsley Ford of Altus provides a full spectrum of services to ensure customer satisfaction:

New and Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales: A diverse inventory of new Ford and Lincoln vehicles, as well as quality pre-owned options, catering to various preferences and budgets.

Trade-In Assistance: Customers can receive fast and accurate trade-in evaluations, facilitating a seamless vehicle exchange process.

Financing Solutions: The dealership offers hassle-free financing options, working with customers to design plans that fit their lifestyle and budget.

Custom Vehicle Orders: For those seeking specific features or configurations, Billingsley Ford of Altus assists in building and ordering custom vehicles to meet individual preferences.

Service and Maintenance: A state-of-the-art service center provides routine maintenance, repairs, and genuine Ford parts to keep vehicles running smoothly.

Customer-Centric Approach

The dealership’s commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in its personalized services and community involvement. Billingsley Ford of Altus strives to create a welcoming environment where customers can receive expert advice and support throughout their vehicle ownership journey.

Community Engagement

Billingsley Ford of Altus is dedicated to supporting the local community. The dealership actively participates in community events and initiatives, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in the Altus area.

About Billingsley Ford of Altus

As part of the Billingsley Family of Dealerships, Billingsley Ford of Altus continues the legacy of providing quality vehicles and services to the Altus community. The dealership is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and contributing to the local community’s growth and well-being.

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Billingsley Ford of Altus
108 North Veterans Drive
Altus, OK 73521
Phone: (580) 482-0617
Website: www.altusford.com

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U7BUY Offers Verified Valorant Accounts for Competitive Advantage

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U7BUY, a well-established digital gaming marketplace, has introduced a new offering: verified Valorant accounts. This new service is designed to support players of the popular tactical shooter by providing access to accounts with established rankings and a history of competitive success. With millions of active players globally, Valorant continues to be one of the most prominent first-person shooters in the esports and gaming community. By offering verified accounts, U7BUY aims to provide players with a reliable option for gaining a competitive advantage in their gaming experience.

U7BUY’s verified Valorant accounts offer players an opportunity to bypass the often time-consuming process of climbing the ranks. These accounts are thoroughly reviewed and verified to ensure that they meet the platform’s high standards for legitimate and secure play. The accounts are designed to support both casual players and more serious competitors looking to improve their performance in ranked matches. Players can now access accounts that have already been placed at competitive levels, allowing for a smoother gaming experience and less time spent on initial progression.

Anna, Marketing Director at U7BUY, spoke about the new offering: “The introduction of verified Valorant accounts marks an important step in providing more options for players who are looking to advance quickly within the game. With the rising popularity of competitive gaming, it’s crucial that players have access to a secure, reliable platform to meet their needs. Verified accounts offer just that, ensuring both quality and integrity in the gameplay environment.”

In addition to the verified accounts, U7BUY continues to offer a broad range of services, including in-game currency, items, accounts, and power-leveling services. These services are available across multiple gaming titles, further solidifying U7BUY’s position as a comprehensive digital marketplace catering to the needs of gamers worldwide. The platform’s reputation for secure transactions, with encrypted data protection, continues to provide users with peace of mind when engaging in any transactions.

U7BUY’s commitment to supporting players extends beyond providing verified accounts. The platform maintains a robust support system, with customer service teams available around the clock to assist with any inquiries. Furthermore, the company also provides a community hub, offering helpful resources like guides, blogs, and promotional content to keep players informed and engaged.

Regarding future plans, Anna shared, “As the digital gaming landscape continues to evolve, U7BUY remains committed to expanding its offerings and exploring new ways to support players. Moving forward, U7BUY plans to enhance its range of verified accounts, including those for additional gaming titles, to ensure that players have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed.”

U7BUY’s verified Valorant accounts are available for purchase through the platform’s secure online marketplace. These accounts are designed to meet the needs of players looking to gain an edge in the competitive gaming scene, while also providing a trusted environment for secure transactions. With ongoing support and a growing range of services, U7BUY’s offerings are set to continue evolving to meet the diverse needs of its user base. 

For media inquiries, please contact U7BUY at +0085254814835 or via email at press@u7buy.com. U7BUY provides a secure platform for purchasing a Valorant account for sale, along with a wide range of other digital gaming services.

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