Wilton Park Conferences
Wilton Park Conferences

Justice and Home Affairs

Combating organised crime, drugs and people trafficking and terrorism, and developing policies balancing fundamental rights, are among the issues covered under this programme.

Justice and Home Affairs

Discussions are unattributable to encourage frank exchanges. In addition to sessions with prominent speakers, time is set aside for informal discussion with fellow participants.

Forthcoming Conferences

THE FUTURE OF MIGRATION
WP941 - Thursday 4 - Saturday 6 December 2008

What will future migration flows look like and how will these impact on states and on regions? How to ensure that the right migration policies are in place? Will current trends reverse? How far will trade flows impact on the movement of people? What will be the pressure points? Will borders be redefined by 2030? Should states be planning for new migration scenarios? What are the risks of getting it wrong?
Location: Wiston House

PURSUING JUSTICE IN ONGOING CONFLICT: EXAMINING THE CHALLENGES
WPS08/07 - Sunday 7 - Wednesday 10 December 2008

Can criminal proceedings against perpetrators of massive or systematic human rights violations run in parallel to peace processes? What has been the experience to-date of international jurisdictions, in particular the International Criminal Court (ICC), during ongoing conflicts? Is there evidence the issuing of indictments hinders political arrangements? What has the view of the UN Security Council been, or regional organisations? How is the pursuit of criminal justice viewed by humanitarian organisations, or victims?
Location: Wilton Park

FUTURE TRENDS & CHALLENGES
WP951 - Monday 12 - Wednesday 14 January 2009

Is the UK government prepared for the challenges of the next 20 years? Is there a common understanding of long term trends and their implications? What are the drivers for key regions and countries? What further strategies need to be in place and how best to co-ordinate? How to develop effective relationships with other governments to tackle the key challenges? What about alliances with non state actors?
Location: Wiston House