Anthony Rogers appointed new Chief Inspector of HMCPSI

The Attorney General Lord Hermer KC has announced that Anthony Rogers has been appointed to the role of His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of HMCPSI.

Portrait of HMCPSI Chief Inspector Anthony Rogers

The Attorney General Lord Hermer KC has today announced that Anthony Rogers has been appointed to the role of Chief Inspector of His Majesty’s Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI).

The appointment follows Anthony Rogers’ selection as the government’s preferred candidate in December 2024 and his appearance before the Justice Select Committee for a pre-appointment hearing on 28 January 2025. The committee recommended Anthony Rogers’ appointment.

Anthony Rogers has served as interim Chief Inspector since February 2024 and he was selected following a fair and open assessment process conducted in accordance with the Governance Code on Public Appointments.

The Attorney General Lord Hermer KC said:

I would like to congratulate Anthony on his appointment as the next Chief Inspector of HMCPSI. Anthony brings extensive experience to this important role, having delivered some of HMCPSI’s most significant inspections in recent years and served expertly in the role in an interim capacity since last year.

His support and insight will be invaluable as we work to improve the performance of the organisations HMCPSI inspects and rebuild people’s trust in the rule of law as part of this government’s Plan for Change.

I am extremely proud to be appointed as Chief Inspector of HMCPSI. The work of the inspectorate strengthens the criminal justice system and lets the public know how the CPS and SFO are performing.

I have a clear vision of how HMCPSI will build on its 25 years of experience to continue to make a real difference. Our work will continue to drive improvement and deliver a fairer and more effective justice system for all.