The disclosure provisions of the CPIA 1996 have been subject to substantial amendment over the last few years. Importantly, the provisions requiring notification of an intention to call defence witnesses are due to come to into force on 1st May 2010.This seminar is designed to provide an update on the current law, examine in detail the notification of intention to call defence witnesses requirements [s.6C CPIA 1996] and the new Code of Practice, explore the tactical and practical implications of these new provisions and provide a practical approach in deploying defence statements in this new landscape.