Vivek Kumar
@vivekkumar1.bsky.social
Barrister. Former UK government lawyer. Executive Director, Justice Base (rule of law/human rights in Myanmar). Archaeology student. Allotmenteer.
I’ve not seen any reporting on this. How many of those arrested over the past few weeks have actually been charged?
September 7, 2025 at 12:39 PM
I’ve not seen any reporting on this. How many of those arrested over the past few weeks have actually been charged?
Do you know how the people who have been arrested (previously and yesterday) have been dealt with e.g. charged, released on police bail etc.? Can’t find much reporting about this.
August 10, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Do you know how the people who have been arrested (previously and yesterday) have been dealt with e.g. charged, released on police bail etc.? Can’t find much reporting about this.
Just use the criminal law?
July 20, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Just use the criminal law?
Surely the equivalent of BSB has to look into the conduct of the USG’s lawyers?
March 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Surely the equivalent of BSB has to look into the conduct of the USG’s lawyers?
Re not naming the firm, do you think the SLAPPs rules may have been breached?
January 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Re not naming the firm, do you think the SLAPPs rules may have been breached?
Will videos of the sessions be available?
December 14, 2024 at 12:20 PM
Will videos of the sessions be available?
Excellent analysis.
December 4, 2024 at 1:11 PM
Excellent analysis.
Looks like it - thought I saw one in your photo
November 28, 2024 at 11:40 AM
Looks like it - thought I saw one in your photo
Did you get sausage in batter as a starter?
November 28, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Did you get sausage in batter as a starter?
The WGA covers a multitude of sins. Is this primarily a local authority problem?
November 28, 2024 at 11:12 AM
The WGA covers a multitude of sins. Is this primarily a local authority problem?
Is it a fair summary?
November 28, 2024 at 10:02 AM
Is it a fair summary?
If we want to ensure the rule of law is respected, how about adopting a policy that the likelihood of a challenge being successful must be medium low (less than 50%) or lower (cf the standard for making a section 19 HRA statement)?
October 23, 2024 at 9:50 PM
If we want to ensure the rule of law is respected, how about adopting a policy that the likelihood of a challenge being successful must be medium low (less than 50%) or lower (cf the standard for making a section 19 HRA statement)?
Thanks for the discussion. My worry is that the democratic process isn’t working and what can we do to avoid the massive impacts of say 2 degrees? It’s a genuine question to everyone. That’s why I’m sympathetic to these protesters. At least they are doing something to raise the issue.
September 27, 2024 at 5:40 PM
Thanks for the discussion. My worry is that the democratic process isn’t working and what can we do to avoid the massive impacts of say 2 degrees? It’s a genuine question to everyone. That’s why I’m sympathetic to these protesters. At least they are doing something to raise the issue.
So you agree with the tactic of civil disobedience but just want it to be more honestly carried out?
September 27, 2024 at 5:29 PM
So you agree with the tactic of civil disobedience but just want it to be more honestly carried out?
And I’m still interested in your views about better alternatives.
September 27, 2024 at 5:21 PM
And I’m still interested in your views about better alternatives.
Have you engaged with any of the theories of changed advocated by Hallam and co? They are interesting and pissing off people (and I’m not convinced the overwhelming majority are) ain’t that important.
September 27, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Have you engaged with any of the theories of changed advocated by Hallam and co? They are interesting and pissing off people (and I’m not convinced the overwhelming majority are) ain’t that important.
No, not really helpful. How would you suggest we protest / secure meaningful action that will prevent 2 degrees let alone more?
September 27, 2024 at 5:10 PM
No, not really helpful. How would you suggest we protest / secure meaningful action that will prevent 2 degrees let alone more?
Isn’t the future of the planet more important than access to art works (or indeed the works themselves)?
September 27, 2024 at 5:06 PM
Isn’t the future of the planet more important than access to art works (or indeed the works themselves)?
Can you recommend any books about ancient dna / Archaeology?
September 11, 2024 at 7:31 PM
Can you recommend any books about ancient dna / Archaeology?