Kirsty Brimelow
King's Counsel specialising in human rights and criminal law who appears as a witness to discuss how moral luck and mitigating circumstances operate in legal practice.
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Nov 19, 2025 • 57min
How much should we consider the role of moral luck?
In this discussion, Matthew Taylor, Chief Executive of the NHS Confederation, highlights how upbringing influences moral responsibility. Sonia Sodha and Inaya Folarin-Iman debate the interplay between agency and circumstance. Kirsty Brimelow sheds light on how mitigating factors are considered in legal contexts. Susan Blackmore challenges the notion of free will, advocating for rehabilitation in law, while David Enoch argues against moral luck's significance. The panel navigates the complex landscape of moral judgments, responsibility, and the impact of luck in our lives.
Mar 20, 2025 • 57min
How just is our justice system?
Inaya Folarin-Iman, a commentator and campaigner, engages with Ash Sarkar from Navara Media on the controversial two-tier justice system. Historian Tim Stanley provides historical perspectives while Giles Fraser discusses justice principles. Kirsty Brimelow shares her legal expertise and Henry Hill critiques the new guidelines. Sheldon Thomas, from Gangline, shares personal insights on preventing crime in young black men, while Rakib Ehsan highlights research on ethnic minorities in the justice system. They tackle biases, fairness, and the role of personal backgrounds in sentencing.
