Baroness Brenda Hale - University of London Distinguished Speakers Series

The University of London Distinguished Speakers Series hosted a talk with Baroness Brenda Hale at Senate House on Wednesday 24 January 2024.

Baroness Brenda Hale is renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to the British judiciary. She was the first woman appointed to the Law Commission, where she spearheaded pivotal legal reforms, went on to become the first female Law Lord, and in 2017 was appointed the inaugural female President of the Supreme Court. She is also celebrated for her scholarly contributions to family and social welfare law and for her advocacy for gender equality in the legal profession.

The discussion was hosted by Carl Stychin, Director of the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies and Professor of Law in the School of Advanced Study, University of London. The Vice-Chancellor of the University of London, Professor Wendy Thomson CBE, invited attendees to the talk.

The event was free to attend, with a drinks reception from 6:00pm and the event commencing at 6:30pm. It ran 6:00pm to 7:30pm in The Chancellor's Hall, Senate House, Malet Street, London WC1E 7HU. Contact: universityevents@london.ac.uk.