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Peter Thornton KC
Former Senior Circuit Judge and the first Chief Coroner of England and Wales; Visiting Professor at King’s College London and author of The Later Years, delivering a Gresham College public lecture on organising later life.
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Dec 19, 2025
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The Later Years: Organisation, Independence and Peace of Mind - Sir Peter Thornton KC
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In this engaging talk, Sir Peter Thornton KC, a former Senior Circuit Judge and the first Chief Coroner of England and Wales, discusses practical steps for organizing our later years. He emphasizes the importance of preparing wills and lasting powers of attorney while staying positive about aging. Sir Peter advocates for writing memoirs to pass on family histories and creating a 'death file' for essential documents. He also shares insights on promoting independence, safety at home, and the benefits of having open conversations about wishes with loved ones.
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