Fortress UK: Closing the Door on International Artist and Academics
The Home Office's new points-based visa system has meant thousands of international students unable to start their courses on time, cancelled concerts and lecture series, and the growth of suspicion and surveillance on campus. Come and discuss these new rules and what we can do about them.
When: Wednesday, 17 March 2010, 18:30
Where: London, Free Word Centre, 60 Farringdon Road, EC1R 3GA
More info: http://www.englishpen.org/events/penevents/…
Speakers include:
Manick Govinda - Head of Artists' Advisory Services, Artsadmin
Lisa Appignanesi - Writers and President, English PEN
Lord Clement Jones - Lib Dem Spokesperson for Culture, Media and Sport
Helena Kennedy QC - Leading Civil Liberties Barrister
Josie Appleton - Convenor, Manifesto Club
Des Freedman - Secretary, Goldsmiths UCU
Refreshments will be served afterwards.
This is a free event, but space is limited. To reserve your place, please email info@freewordonline.com