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02 September 2016
Categories: Legal News , Profession
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How to use the rule of law in practice

The Bingham Centre for the Rule of Law is running a short course on the Rule of Law, worth 6.5 Continuing Professional Development hours.

The course, on 10 October at the British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL) looks at the rule of law as a practical tool for UK and international legal work.

Topics covered include establishing accountability for past abuses and tackling corruption. It is suitable for NGO staff and academics as well as lawyers. Click here to download the programme.

Categories: Legal News , Profession
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