February 2012 – Bar Human Rights Committee of England & Wales

News Statements and LettersFebruary 16, 2012

BHRC issues statement of concern following the arrest of Malawian lawyer and former Attorney-General Mr Ralph Kasambara

On 16 February 2012, the BHRC issued a statement following the arrest of Malawian lawyer and former Attorney-General Mr Ralph Kasambara, and the circumstances around his then-ongoing detention in prison. Following the press release, BHRC Vice-Chair Kirsty Brimelow QC was interviewed by Malawian radio stations and the BBC World Service.

Amicus Curiae Briefs NewsFebruary 1, 2012

BHRC submits amicus on the role of the Attorney General submitted to the Supreme Court of Nepal

In February 2012, the BHRC submits an amicus curiae on the role of the Attorney General to the Supreme Court of Nepal relating to a petition against Minister for Information and Communications Agni Sapkota. Access the amicus curiae here.

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