Law in Context
Law in Context
Podcast Description
The rapid response events & podcasts series 'Law in Context' is hosted at the University of Sheffield, School of Law by Dr Anna Ventouratou (Lecturer in International Trade Law) and Dr Sotirios Lekkas (Lecturer in International Law). The series aims to provide an accessible overview of the legal matters pertaining to current affairs and the broader context within which the law operates. The talks are addressed to anyone that wants to know more about current affairs and what’s law got to do with it.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as electoral law, digital technologies, human rights, social movements, and international litigation, with specific episodes addressing the legal implications of the US Presidential Elections, the Safety of Rwanda Bill, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. For instance, one episode examines the intersection of elections and digital technologies, analyzing cyber-operations’ impact on electoral integrity.
The rapid response events & podcasts series ‘Law in Context’ is hosted at the University of Sheffield, School of Law by Dr Anna Ventouratou (Lecturer in International Trade Law) and Dr Sotirios Lekkas (Lecturer in International Law). The series aims to provide an accessible overview of the legal matters pertaining to current affairs and the broader context within which the law operates. The talks are addressed to anyone that wants to know more about current affairs and what’s law got to do with it.
In this episode we unpack the UK Supreme Court’s recent judgment in For Women Scotland v Scottish Ministers—a landmark case that raises urgent questions about the legal definitions of ‘sex’ and ‘woman’ under the Equality Act 2010.
Joined by Dr Sandra Duffy (University of Bristol), Dr Surabhi Shukla (University of Sheffield), and Dr SJ Cooper-Knock (University of Sheffield), we explore the legal reasoning behind the judgment, its implications for trans and non-binary people, and how it intersects with both UK and international human rights law.
We also examine the role of the so-called ‘gender-critical’ movement, challenge prevailing myths around single-sex spaces, and reflect on what this ruling means for the future of gender equality and trans rights in the UK.
Whether you’re a legal professional, activist, or curious listener, this episode offers a rights-based perspective on where we go from here.
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.