We were delighted to welcome writer and lawyer Philippe Sands KC to give the JUSTICE Scotland Human Rights Lecture at Edinburgh’s Signet Library on Tuesday evening.

Sands delivered a powerful and thought-provoking lecture entitled ‘38 Londres Street: Writing on Impunity, Pinochet and Patagonia’. Drawing from his forthcoming book, he shared reflections on justice, memory, and international law to an audience of legal professionals, academics, and human rights advocates.

Following introductory remarks from Almira Delibegovic-Broome KC, Jim Cormack, and Catherine Smith KC, Sands delivered a fascinating lecture diving into the rule of law, impunity and accountability on the world stage.

A particularly interesting point discussed was the consequences decisions on impunity can have in allowing history to repeat itself.Following the lecture, guests enjoyed a drinks reception and the opportunity to continue discussions sparked by the evening’s themes.

We are incredibly grateful to Philippe and all our speakers, as well as to Pinsent Masons for their continued support of the JUSTICE Scotland Human Rights Lecture.

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