Activist Lawyer

In this episode Sarah is joined by solicitor Qays Sediqi who specialises in human rights law and immigration.  Qays represents clients who boarded the plane destined for Rwanda this year.  He talks about challenging the government regarding removals to Rwanda and his Afghan refugee cases.  Qays speaks candidly about his journey into law which was not without its challenges!  A really important episode for anyone who feels a little daunted about entering the world of public / human rights law!

Are Immigration and Asylum practitioners at breaking point?  Sarah is joined by Dr Jo Wilding who reveals some stark findings through her publications and research on immigration and the legal aid market including capacity for casework and of course funding.   As well as her core research, Jo also discusses her fascinating journey into law.  A true Activist Lawyer experience! 

This month saw the announcement of reforms to penal policies in the Republic of Ireland – changes that have the potential to radically overhaul how the courts, Probation Service and Prison Service deal with those convicted of crimes.
 
We were delighted to be joined by Saoirse Brady, Executive Director of the Irish Penal Reform Trust to talk about the work of this organisation at such a crucial time.  Saoirse, a non-practicing lawyer, takes us on her career journey which is truly inspiring and informative.  Not to be missed!

In this episode, Sarah & Jack are joined by David Renton who is a barrister, and has represented clients in a number of high-profile cases, especially concerning trade union rights and the protection of free speech.

In this week's episode, Sarah and Jack are back in the studio! 

In this week's episode, Sarah and Jack are joined by Dr Yassin Brunger, a Lecturer in Human Rights Law and Co-Director of the Gender Justice and Society Research Network at Queen’s University Belfast.

Beyond Skin are creative Innovators in Peacebuilding: Enabling the Arts as the dialogue to assist the development of a more peaceful, equal and intercultural society free from racism & sectarianism.

In this week's episode Sarah and Jack are joined by Michael Clements, Lawyer at the European Court of Human Rights · Council of Europe

In this week's episode, Sarah and Jack are joined by Rachel Killean. 

In this week's episode, Sarah and Jack are joined by Emma Mcllveen, a barrister who primarily specialises in employment law.