WINCHESTER Cathedral has announced a week of events exploring the relationship between the British legal system and modern life.

Held in partnership with the University of Winchester, the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire, Donna Jones, and the High Sheriff of Hampshire, Amelia Riviere, the Justice for All? programme takes place from Monday, October 2 to Sunday, October 8.

The week of events will begin with You the Jury, where notable crime writer Diane Janes leads ‘jury members’ on a week-long course delving into historic murder cases. This will be followed by Unspoken Stories: Tales from the Street, a talk given by Donna Jones where she will delve into the work carried out by Winchester Street Pastors.

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The University of Winchester will be hosting the Winchester Whodunnit: The Body on the Podium on Saturday, October 7. Described as an Agatha Christie-style mystery with a dash of CSI, participants will have to solve the murder of Professor Bill Davies, the dean of the faculty of law, crime, and justice.

Prof Davies said: “Everyone loves a whodunnit and we are looking forward to staging this event. It will not only give the public a chance to exercise their little grey cells but will also show how the four areas of the faculty help prepare students for real-life careers in the areas of law, crime and justice.”

There are limited places on three investigation teams which begin enquiries, which will take around 90 minutes, at 10am, 11am and midday.

Meanwhile, former prison officer and author Alex South will hold a candid discussion with the High Sheriff of Hampshire, Amelia Riviere, on what prison life is really like. The week will conclude with a traditional Law Sunday procession through Winchester High Street and service inside the cathedral, thanking those from the city who carry the weight of responsibility in upholding law and order in Hampshire.

The Very Rev Dean Catherine Ogle, Dean of Winchester, said: “We are pleased and proud to present Justice for all?

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“Beyond the Cathedral’s role as a place of worship and cultural heritage, the cathedral has borne witness to significant legal proceedings that have shaped the course of history. The building has been the place hosting solemn ceremonies administering British justice over the centuries from the swearing of oaths to the granting of charters and royal decrees.

“I invite everyone to participate and engage in as many of the planned activities as possible.”

To find more information about Justice for All? or to book tickets, visit the Winchester Cathedral website.