Speedy trial rights and co-accused parity support regular bail in prolonged money-laundering prosecutions subject to strict conditions.

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....Prolonged pre-trial incarceration in money-laundering proceedings, assessed alongside the Article 21 right to a speedy trial, supported regular bail where a voluminous charge-sheet and extensive witness list made early commencement and conclusion of trial unlikely. Parity with a co-accused already released on bail further supported release. Regular bail was made subject to stringent conditions addressing attendance at trial, non-interference with evidence or witnesses, travel restrictions, and deposit of passports to mitigate risks of absconding or re-offending.....