BL-2021-002235 - [2025] EWHC 2367 (Ch)

Having established the appropriate sentence, I must expressly consider the question whether a custodial sentence is actually necessary, or whether a fine would be sufficient. First of all, I observe that the respondent is, and remains, bankrupt, and a fine would, in effect, be no penalty at all. However, even if that were not the case, in my judgment, these matters are too serious to justify simply a fine. This is a case which necessitates a custodial sentence.