Distinguished Lecture Series
Delivered by an exceptional range of expert guest speakers, the series covers many exciting subjects and tackles topical and sensitive issues face-on. The lectures are thought-provoking, raise debate and inform.
Our successful programme attracts large audiences from across the region. The lectures are free and open to all.
For further details about our speakers for this series, please download our Distinguished Lectures brochure.
To reserve tickets, please visit our online booking page.
For any other queries, or if you experience any difficulties with the online booking process, please email the events team.
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Reporting the World
John Simpson is the BBC’s World Affairs Editor, the senior member of a team of London-based foreign and specialist correspondents. In a BBC career spanning more than 40 years, John has earned a reputation as one of the world’s most experienced and authoritative journalists.
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The Future of Medical Research
Medical research must realise potential to drive gains in both health and wealth.
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Retreat from Multiculturalism
This lecture will argue that the current hostility to multiculturalism in certain influential circles is misplaced and based on a deep misunderstanding of its history and creative contribution.





