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Elizabeth Butler-Sloss
Elizabeth Butler-Sloss has been chosen to lead a major enquiry into abuse allegations, but that choice has proved controversial. Mary-Ann Sieghart looks at her life and career.
Elizabeth Butler-Sloss has been chosen this week to lead a major enquiry into abuse allegations. But the choice has proved controversial, with claims that she is too close to the establishment. A specialist in family law who became a high-ranking judge, she's been involved in many important decisions. Mary-Ann Sieghart looks at her life and career.
Producer: Chris Bowlby.
Last on
Sun 13 Jul 201417:40
BBC Radio 4 FM
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- Sat 12 Jul 201419:00BBC Radio 4
- Sun 13 Jul 201417:40BBC Radio 4 FM
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