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Matthew Holdcroft

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 3 practice areas

Police Law: Mainly Defendant

All Circuits

20 years ranked

Professional Discipline

London (Bar)

12 years ranked

Inquests & Public Inquiries

London (Bar)

6 years ranked

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UK Bar

Police Law: Mainly Defendant - All Circuits

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Matthew Holdcroft defends human rights claims arising from the police's failure to investigate, in addition to claims regarding negligence, human rights breaches and misfeasance in public office. He is also noted for his strength in police disciplinary hearings.

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Professional Discipline - London (Bar)

Band 3
Individual Editorial

Matthew Holdcroft is a dynamic barrister who is well known for his representation of police forces in disciplinary hearings. He offers strong expertise in matters involving the use of excessive force and assault. He has also presented a number of cases concerning officers' behaviour off duty.

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Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Matthew Holdcroft is admired as a thoroughly modern barrister who can be relied upon to find the right tone in the most sensitive cases. He is a firm favourite of police forces and additionally represents the NHS in high-profile inquests and public inquiries.

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Strengths

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  • Matthew Holdcroft is excellent with clients and witnesses, putting them at ease. He gives confidence to clients that he has the knowledge and expertise handle their case efficiently and effectively.

    Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar

  • Matthew Holdcroft is really collaborative. Our cases can often be tricky but he's balanced and measured, my clients really trust him. The cases will be presented in a way they can understand.

    Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar

  • It is always enjoyable working with Matthew, even in challenging cases due to his personable approach and sense of humour. His judgement in dealing with complex claims is something I can rely on.

    Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar

  • Matthew Holdcroft is always helpful.

    Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar

  • He's excellent on professional discipline work. Matthew is very responsive and genuinely feels like a part of our team.

    Professional DisciplineUK Bar

  • Always willing to help, quick to respond and great at his work.

    Professional DisciplineUK Bar

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