Stuart Weir

Stuart Weir is founder of <a href=http://www.democraticaudit.com/about/index.php target=_blank>Democratic Audit</a> at the Human Rights Centre, University of Essex, and co-founder of Charter 88.

Remembering Trevor Smith: An unsung hero who drove UK democratic change

The late Lord Smith of Clifton, who passed away at 83 in April, was unusual in translating innovative ideas and deeply held principles into action

By Stuart Weir

/ 9 Jun 2021

Remembering Trevor Smith: An unsung hero who drove UK democratic change

Workhouse to Westminster – a review

Stuart Weir reviews a new autobiography of Lord Smith, an energetic crusader for democracy and social justice - and a vital ally during stormy times at the New Statesman magazine.

By Stuart Weir

/ 12 Oct 2018