One of Britain’s foremost experts on constitutional law will deliver a public talk on the relevance of Magna Carta today as the Lincoln Law School celebrates its 20th anniversary.
Baroness Helena Kennedy QC is a member of the House of Lords and one of country’s most distinguished barristers.
On Wednesday 19th March 2014 she will deliver her guest lecture, The Power of the Magna Carta, as she helps the University of Lincoln to celebrate 20 years of Lincoln Law School.
Baroness Helena Kennedy has spent her professional life giving voice to those who have least power within society, championing civil liberties and promoting human rights.
In September 2010, she became an honorary graduate of the University of Lincoln, receiving a Doctorate of Laws at a ceremony in Lincoln Cathedral.
Next year marks 800 years since the signing of Magna Carta, the document which enshrined the rule of law in England.
Baroness Helena Kennedy QC will give her guest lecture at Lincoln Law School on Wednesday 19th March 2014, starting at 6pm (registration 5.30pm). Staff and students can register to attend by contacting the University of Lincoln Events Team on ext. 7100 or email events@lincoln.ac.uk
Admission is free but places are limited so early booking is advised.
To read more, visit: http://www.lincoln.ac.uk/news/2014/03/863.asp