In Association with Liberty

Martha Spurrier is a barrister and campaigner, who in May 2016 took on the role of Director at independent human rights organisation Liberty. A passionate defender of access to justice and the rights of women, children and disabled people, Martha has organised campaigns opposing cuts to legal aid and the scrapping of the Human Rights Act.

Part of Festival of Debate 2016, which runs from September to November. Full programme of events at www.festivalofdebate.com.