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In this special edition of LawPod, hosts Peter Doran and Rosie Cowan interview Declan Lawn, writer of the acclaimed series Blue Lights. Declan shares his career trajectory from journalism to screenwriting, with a focus on his legal studies and their impact on his work.
The discussion explores his early life in Northern Ireland, his initial interest in journalism while studying English at Trinity College Dublin, and his shift towards law influenced by his experiences as a journalist. Declan reflects on significant moments in his career, including investigative journalism on subprime mortgages that faced heavy legal pushback and his inspirational transition into screenwriting.
The podcast highlights Declan’s method of character-driven storytelling, the influence of police work on Blue Lights, and the interdisciplinary collaboration essential in screenwriting. The narrative also touches on his personal motivations, especially the loss of his father, driving his passion and decision to transition from journalism to creative writing.
https://player.captivate.fm/episode/4401dcfc-3851-4136-8811-29fdff475b46
This week marked the launch of the Northern Ireland Business and Human Rights Index Report, which maps the current landscape of business and human rights in the region. For the first time, the report provides an assessment of corporate implementation of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) in the region. The project was a collaboration between Dr. Marisa McVey and Anna Montgomery of Queen’s University Belfast School of Law, and the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission, with support from the European Network of National Human Rights Institutions (ENNHRI).
Do you feel concerned by what has recently happened in Belfast and in the UK more generally? Do you feel afraid or feel for people who are most vulnerable? As the saying goes: “Do not agonise, organise!” Join a group and discuss with peers and act in ways that may contribute to making Belfast a more welcoming place. Join STAR! find out more on by following the link below.
Join an engaging panel event next week, showcasing a diverse group of professionals working in the field of justice and criminality. Discover the career journeys of these seasoned professionals and gain valuable insights into the wide range of options and pathways available to you after graduation. You will have the unique opportunity to ask questions directly to the panellists.
Don't miss this chance to expand your network, find inspiration, and unlock new possibilities for your future career!
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