Annual Human Rights Lecture 2026

The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission’s Annual Human Rights Lecture 2026 will take place from 4-6pm on Thursday 26th of February at The Bar Library, Royal Courts of Justice, Belfast, and online.

We are delighted to announce Sir Tim Eicke KCMG KC, former Judge of the European Court of Human Rights in respect of the United Kingdom, as the keynote speaker.

Before he became a judge at the Court, Tim was considered one of the leading advocates at the Bar of England and Wales, focussing on international and domestic disputes involving public international, European Union, International Human Rights and Public and Constitutional Law. He was knighted in the 2026 New Year’s Honours List for “services to the protection of Human Rights in Europe”.

The event will also include an opening address from the Lady Chief Justice, the Right Honourable Dame Siobhan Keegan.

A reception will be held following the speakers.

The event is kindly sponsored by The Bar of Northern Ireland.

FAQs

• How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please contact [email protected] with any questions regarding the event.

• Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

No, but please contact [email protected] if you have made an errors signing up and wish to amend/transfer your booking.

• Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

No, as this is an invitation-only event the person who is registered must attend or contact [email protected] if you need to change any of the registration details.

• How do I let you know of any special dietary or access requirements?

Please let us know any accessibility requirements when booking via Eventbrite.

There will be a selection of wine, tea/coffee, water/diluted juice and biscuits available at the event. If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know when booking.

• I have registered but I am now unable to attend in-person

If you have registered to attend but now cannot, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible so we are able to release your ticket for others to use.

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