UK appoints new attorney general critical of Israeli rights violations
Richard Hermer strongly opposed the anti-BDS bill and was among the Jewish lawyers urging Israel to respect international law in Gaza
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- Who he is: Richard Hermer, Baron Hermer, is a British barrister and life peer who has held roles including Attorney General for England and Wales and Advocate General for Northern Ireland at different times in the past, and he is often involved in public-interest and human-rights matters.[2][3]
- Notable recent coverage (through mid-2024): He has been mentioned in discussions around international law, accountability for abuses, and UK criminal-justice policy, including commentary on Ukraine-related accountability and human-rights considerations.[1][6]
- Public-facing activity: He has been active in high-profile cases (e.g., Grenfell-related settlements) and in international-law discourse, which have generated ongoing media attention.[3][1]
- Government role as of 2026: The latest government profile page exists, but it’s best to check the UK government site for his current title and portfolio, as roles can change with reshuffles.[4]
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