John Dilworth is one of our new members.  He is willing to start a new group which we are calling Law for Fun.  This is what John  has to say about the new Group

“I am a recently retired  Barrister. In the first session of “Law for Fun” I will share with you details of my unconventional journey into the law. I will also tell you about different roles I have had during 40 years within our Criminal Justice System. “Law for Fun” is probably something of a misnomer because law is a serious business. During my career I have dealt  cases that have impacted tragically on those involved. Law also involves conflict which is  rarely a good thing. Law can often be complex and at times mystifying. My aim will be to unravel some of the complexity  by talking to you about some legal topics that may be of interest to you. I hope that the talks will be inter active and that you ask lots of questions. By adopting this approach we can enjoy “Law for Fun”!

In the first session,  after my initial introduction , I will touch briefly on the history of the European Convention on Human Rights and the Human Rights Act. I will also go through some of the main provisions of the Convention and how they  impact on cases that progress through the courts. This will not be a deep dive into legal technicality ( that would be no fun at all) but rather a relaxed look at the law and how it affects people’s day to day lives.  I will  make suggestions for topics for future discussion, or such suggestions will , in effect, make themselves as our discussions develop.

The group will meet at 2pm to 4pm on the third Thursday afternoon at Lydiate Villiage Hall Lambshear Lane starting 21 st March.  The 31 bus stops outside. This bus leaves the square at 13.37pm.  Price £1.50 which includes refreshments.  If you want more details come to the group support desk on a Tuesday morning or ring Brenda on 0151 531 0207