The Attorney General, Lord Hermer KC, presented the Thomson Foundation Lecture titled "Employment law and the fundamental right to security", focusing on the importance of ensuring job security through effective legislation. Commencing his lecture, Lord Hermer expressed gratitude for the opportunity to honour the legacy of Thompsons Solicitors, a firm dedicated to justice for over a century. He remarked on the absence of a clear directive for his lecture, saying, "it was a particular pleasure to be invited to give a lecture with no title".
Lord Hermer referenced the Prime Minister’s article, "Our Government of Service," which articulated the government's primary duty to provide security for its citizens. Security, he clarified, encompasses not just military protection but also stability in employment, highlighting a commitment to bolster workers' rights. "That’s why we will level-up rights at work to deliver security and dignity for working people. It’s what they deserve,” he quoted. He reaffirmed that the right to security is a fundamental human right, foundational to many government missions, and requires proactive state intervention to safeguard vulnerable populations.
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