https://www.slab.org.uk/guidance/circumstances-where-you-need-to-apply-for-prior-approval/
https://www.slab.org.uk/guidance/circumstances-where-you-need-to-apply-for-prior-approval/
The provision is concerned with the way the case is conducted – that is, the work done.
If you consider court proceedings have to be raised in a foreign jurisdiction for, say, production of documents or evidence held by an off-shore company, you need sanction for this.
Some other examples of where prior approval should be sought are:
This is not an exhaustive list. If you have any doubt about this you should contact our Criminal Applications Department to discuss your case.