# Event Details - **Event Name**: Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 06 May, 2025 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 06 May, 2025 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Exploring the Interface of Christian Expression, Employment Law, and Educational PoliciesAbout this EventThis seminar will delve into the where the law now stands in light of the Kristie Higgs’ Court of Appeal judgment. We will examine the ruling’s implications for freedom to express Christian faith freely and its intersection and impact within employment and professional settings.When: Monday 6 May, 18:00 – 20:00. Light refreshments will be servedWhere: Christian Concern, 70 Wimpole Street, W1G 8AX.Tickets cost only £10 and include drinks and nibbles.While this seminar is primarily aimed at legal professionals, it is open to all.Speakers https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/0126f240-20e3-11f0-b04e-5f5b795c9eaf-rimg-w1005-h740-dc333034-gmir.jpg Richard O'Dair (Barrister)Richard O'Dair specialises in employment law and Human Rights, representing both employers and employees with a particular interest in the law of religious freedom. He has been working with Christian Concern over the last four years.Richard has appeared in a number of important cases including the case of Seldon v CJW in in the Supreme Court [2012] and more recently the cases of Randall v Trent College (ET) and Higgs v Farmor School (EAT). Both cases concern religious freedom. He appeared in an NHS Whistle Blower case where the damages were more than £1 million.Richard is a skilled Court room lawyer. One judge saw the need to direct himself not to accept too easily the arguments of such a persuasive advocate. Mr Justice Langstaff spoke of “advocacy of the highest quality” when Richard appeared in front of him in the EAT in the case of Swansea University v Williams.As an employment lawyer, Richard has appeared in the Employment Tribunals, the Employment Appeal Tribunal, the High Court, the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. He has been involved in making an application to the ECHR. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/01a8cc70-20e3-11f0-b04e-5f5b795c9eaf-rimg-w1144-h740-dcaeaba6-gmir.jpg Pavel Stroilov (Consultant, )Pavel Stroilov is a political exile of Putin’s Russia, having fled to the UK after his research as a historian put his life and liberty at risk. He then studied law at King’s College London and University of Law. He works as a legal consultant for Christian Legal Centre. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0483fff0-20e3-11f0-84d1-918c452e090f-rimg-w511-h740-dc312d2c-gmir.jpg Elliot Hammer (Solicitor, , Branch Austin McCormick)Elliot is a seasoned litigator in the employment field, able to represent high profile clients in the Employment Tribunal, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”), High Court and Court of Appeal. Elliot’s legal practice consists of all manner of Equality Act claims (discrimination, victimisation, harassment, equal pay etc) and whistleblowing claims including automatic unfair dismissal and detriment claims. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/05087230-20e3-11f0-b04e-5f5b795c9eaf-rimg-w942-h740-dc4d5d63-gmir.jpg Kristie Higgs ()Kristie lost her job as a school pastoral assistant for sharing her concerns about RSE on a private Facebook post. Kristie Higgs, a mother of two, had been working for six years as a pastoral assistant at her local secondary school with an exemplary record. After one anonymous person saw two of Kristie’s personal Facebook posts sharing her concerns about sex education lessons at her child’s primary school, she was reported to her headteacher. Kristie was told that her private posts could “[bring] the school into disrepute” and was subsequently sacked from her position.In the Court of Appeal Kristie finally won her case. The judgment, handed down on 12 February 2025, reset the legal landscape on freedom of speech and religion in the workplace.We're excited to launch a new series of legal seminars:Monday 31 March - The End of Life Bill: Legal & Medical Views Through a Christian Framework. A look at the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, its safeguards, the legal, moral and ethical challenges from a Christian perspective. Book your ticket here.Tuesday 6 May - Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case. Exploring the Interface of Christian Expression, Employment Law, and Educational PoliciesMonday 19 May - Shining a Light: Transparency in the Courts. The Case for Open Justice in End-of-Life and Court of Protection Rulings, with Insights from the Christian Legal Centre's Cases. Book your ticket here.VenueChristian Concern, 70 Wimpole Street, London, W1G 8AX.The nearest tube stations are Bond Street (Central and Jubilee line) and Oxford Circus (Bakerloo, Central and Victoria Line). If you are planning to drive, there are car parks located at Cavendish Square and Harley Street as well as on-street parking.Please be aware that this venue is not wheelchair accessible.Additional informationPlease don't hesitate to contact our events team for further information at events@christianconcern.com or call us at 020 3327 1120To keep up to date with our other events, receive helpful resources for you and your church, and hear about some of our cases, sign up to our weekly newsletter: christianconcern.com/signupWe look forward to seeing you! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/freeing-our-speech-faith-and-freedom-the-kristie-higgs-case/100001272785679229 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 10, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Christian Concern - **lat**: 51.51806000000001 - **long**: -0.1483163 - **full address**: Christian Concern, 70 Wimpole Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case - **Image URL**: https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F977845513%2F130106457301%2F1%2Foriginal.20250307-120312?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=f9bfa3e7b1c06792e94aa7bad58a37ab ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case being held? - **A:** Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case takes place on Tue, 06 May, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 06 May, 2025 at 08:00 pm at Christian Concern, 70 Wimpole Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case? - **A:** Tickets for Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case are priced at GBP 10 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 10AvailableDonationFreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case? - **A:** Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case is organized by Christian Concern. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Freeing our speech - Faith and Freedom: The Kristie Higgs Case is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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