Tom Sargant memorial annual lecture
JUSTICE's annual lecture is held in London, generally in mid-October. Each year, we select a high profile speaker – from practice, the judiciary, academia or politics – to lecture on a topical issue.
Lectures are free, although donations are always welcome, and open to the general public – with JUSTICE members and Friends given priority booking. If you'd like more information, please email us via events@justice.org.uk.
JUSTICE annual lecture 2012
Will take place in mid-October 2012.
JUSTICE annual lectures 2000-2011
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Tom Sargant
Tom Sargant was JUSTICE's Secretary – broadly equivalent to today's Director – from its foundation in 1957 to his retirement in 1982.
As a result of his commitment, persistence and determination, JUSTICE played a key role in taking up the cause of miscarriage of justice cases. His tireless campaigning resulted in some 25 people being released, or released early, from prison. He was instrumental in many of the cases featured in the BBC Rough Justice series.
Tom also played a major role in bringing about other key measures such as the creation of the office of Ombudsman and the establishment of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme.
He died in 1988.