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An SRA spokesperson said: "We are aware of this issue and are investigating before deciding on any next steps."

The SRA has the power to fine individuals up to £25,000, or refer cases to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal which can issue unlimited fines and suspend, or strike off, solicitors.

The SRA wrote to Reynolds to flag the error on his LinkedIn profile, but initially concluded there was no need to take any action.

Since then Robert Jenrick, the shadow justice secretary, has written to the SRA asking it to investigate claims Reynolds had made about his legal work, including in his speech in 2014.

The BBC has been told the SRA was looking into the matter and would only launch a formal investigation if was there was a case to answer.