Rebecca Swan

Solicitor in the International Department at @LeighDay_Law

[Leigh Day International @leighdayintl]

Happy International Women’s Day from Leigh Day’s IGL Department. Today we’re highlighting the work done by incredible women across our department and globally who hold multinationals & governments to account for human rights abuses and environmental harm.

[Leigh Day International @leighdayintl]

We are deeply saddened to see footage of the sexual harassment and abuse described by Kenyan tea workers in @BBCPanorama's “Sex for Work: the true cost of our tea”. All women deserve a workplace free from #GBV. https://t.co/1z9PhgiyuF

[Rebecca Swan @rebeccaswan22]

@DanielLeaderLD 💯 %

[Rebecca Swan @rebeccaswan22]

@HeathrowExpress I'm afraid this is not true. I booked my ticket specifically for this service but when I arrived security knew nothing about it. Ended up queuing twice for security.

[Leigh Day @LeighDay_Law]

It is hoped that a High Court ruling which gives the green light to a Pegasus spyware case will make it easier for other individuals to bring their similar cases to court. Ghanem Al Masarir is represented by Martyn Day and @Ida_Aduwa https://t.co/CJYJaY2eo9

[Leigh Day @LeighDay_Law]

. @Clinical_Lawyer Adam Lamb discusses the importance of men speaking up about their mental health and gives his suggestions on how they can feel more comfortable getting help.
https://t.co/jzngElcG0e

[Daniel Leader @DanielLeaderLD]

Not too late to sign up for the seminar this Thursday on Human Rights Litigation against Multinationals. Speakers will include a wide-range of leading practitioners from around the world.

[Leigh Day @LeighDay_Law]

The High Court has refused a bid by PGI Group Ltd, the UK owners of tea and macadamia nut plantations in Malawi, to effectively end women's claims of systemic sex abuse by limiting their costs. The women are represented by Sapna Malik
https://t.co/px7Et8LZuP

[Leigh Day International @leighdayintl]

The decision in #Okpabi v #Shell is described as a "ray of light" and a "watershed moment in the accountability of multinational companies". @DanielLeaderLD represents the Nigerian communities seeking justice. #bizhumanrights
https://t.co/CPt93BbHqr

[Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu @SholaMos1]

Still processing the rage & grief I feel at the murder of #SabinaNessa which is why all I could tweet at first is her name. My blood is boiling. I didn't know her but her death hurts. She's one of us

No heightened media attention/social media storm vs #SarahEverard is noted

[Modern Slavery and Human Rights PEC @SlaveryPEC]

80% of supply chain and procurement managers from UK-based big businesses believe stronger legislation is needed in relation to modern slavery reporting requirements.

Research led by @LivUni surveyed nearly 500 practitioners. Read the findings: https://t.co/BopeENwAUa

[Leigh Day International @leighdayintl]

.@rebeccaswan22 and @_laurenchaplin discuss recent moves to halt the use of SLAPPs (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation)

https://t.co/FV318LzCfh

[Rebecca Swan @rebeccaswan22]

Thanks to the @asia_floorwage for an excellent line up of unions and academics speaking on the injustice of wage theft in global garment supply chains. Something that has been exacerbated by COVID 19 #EndWageTheftNow #fastfashion

[Leigh Day International @leighdayintl]

As Anglo American South Africa tries to delay a class action lawsuit alleging lead poisoning in Kabwe, Zambia, law firms Mbuyisa Moleele and Leigh Day announce a key witness has come forward on behalf of victims

https://t.co/07IT0AYJWa

[Leigh Day International @leighdayintl]

The High Court has dismissed an application by British American Tobacco and Imperial to strike out a claim by more than 7,000 Malawian tobacco farmers who allege exploitation. The farmers are represented by Martyn Day and @ollyholland https://t.co/njAKjUbwG2

[Lauren Chaplin @_laurenchaplin]

⏰ today! tune in

[Leigh Day International @leighdayintl]

Resisting SLAPPs: Challenging corporations who weaponise the law. Targets of SLAPPs include journalist, NGO, academic, and activist claimants in ongoing litigation. What can be done? Join @ladywell23 @holt_charlie @LeanneGovinds @RichardMeeran to discuss
https://t.co/YYHcJVByZn

[Greenpeace UK @GreenpeaceUK]

Swarms of 300 illuminated drones forming iconic animals have descended on Cornwall demanding the G7 world leaders #ActNow to protect the planet.

Watch, share, sign >> https://t.co/sbsqBMbUlm <<
#ClimateLeadersAct

[Rebecca Swan @rebeccaswan22]

@BenHTownsend @McDermottQC @emma_j_lyons Ahh that explains it!