Students Attend “800 Years of Justice” at the Old Bailey

On 30th October, our students joined a unique event at the Old Bailey: “800 Years of Justice – Magna Carta to UN SDG 16”. The evening celebrated 800 years since the 1225 Magna Carta and 10 years of UN Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

Highlights included viewing a rare 1297 Magna Carta, hearing a keynote from Lord Neuberger on the enduring importance of the rule of law, and engaging with a panel of leading legal figures and economists. Discussions explored how democracy, rule of law and defence underpin economic stability—and why it must be safeguarded for future generations.

We even bumped into one of our former students, now serving with the City of London Police.

Principal Marcus Huntley said:
“Opportunities like this show our students the living history behind the justice system and its relevance today. Being able to experience this in such an iconic venue is truly inspirational.”

Sheriff Keith Bottomley has shown a strong commitment to connecting young people with the City of London. In recent weeks, this partnership has taken our pupils to some of the most iconic institutions—the Royal Courts of Justice, the Old Bailey, and most recently, Mansion House for the Lady Mayor’s Show.