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<p>Joint Enterprise is a common law doctrine. The Supreme Court judgment in <em>R
v Jogee</em> amended the law in this area, and did not call for Parliament to legislate.</p><p>
</p><p>It is for our independent courts to interpret the law, as laid down by the
Supreme Court. The Crown Prosecution Service has amended its guidance on secondary
liability for prosecutors in line with the <em>Jogee</em> judgment, and has consulted
on that guidance which aims to provide a clear direction for prosecutors in this area
of law.</p><p> </p><p>The Government does not believe that any changes to the law
on joint enterprise are currently needed, but will keep the matter under review.</p>
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