Free Course
Hillsborough Law:
A Political Education
Toolkit
Learn how the Hillsborough disaster became the UK’s most devastating cover-up and how to challenge institutional injustice today.
500+ WEA learners enrolled on our courses
In collaboration with WEA, Ian Byrne & the CWU
Best for
16+ learners or groups
Topics explored
Justice, accountability, power
Prerequisites
None
About this course
This course is a powerful introduction to political education through the lens of the Hillsborough disaster. You'll uncover the facts, examine the media and state response, and reflect on how accountability can be pursued today. It includes survivor testimony, interactive timelines, and group-based discussions to build knowledge and civic action.
Skills you'll gain
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Understand how power and injustice operate in public life
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Analyse political cover-ups and institutional failure
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Facilitate meaningful discussion and civic engagement
Course Content and Preview
Session 1 | Hillsborough: The Facts ▶
Session 1 goes beyond the headlines to reveal 30 key facts about the Hillsborough disaster.
You’ll explore surprising details, confront difficult truths, and open up a conversation about justice, accountability, and the fight that continues to this day.
You’ll explore surprising details, confront difficult truths, and open up a conversation about justice, accountability, and the fight that continues to this day.
Session 2 | Insight and Empathy ▶
The Hillsborough disaster wasn't just about what happened that day — it was about what followed.
In this session, we examine the lies that were spread, how the media shaped public opinion, and the impact of the official inquiries and investigations.
Together, we'll unpack the human cost and long-term effects of misinformation and denial.
In this session, we examine the lies that were spread, how the media shaped public opinion, and the impact of the official inquiries and investigations.
Together, we'll unpack the human cost and long-term effects of misinformation and denial.
Session 3 | The Hillsborough Cover-Up ▶
Session 3 explores the alleged Hillsborough Cover-Up — a story of power, politics, and resistance.
We’ll look at the role of senior police officers and government officials, analyse the spread of false narratives, and ask why justice was delayed for so long.
We’ll look at the role of senior police officers and government officials, analyse the spread of false narratives, and ask why justice was delayed for so long.
Session 4 | Orgreave, Hillsborough Law Now, and Grenfell ▶
The campaign for Hillsborough justice didn’t end with one case — it sparked a wider movement.
This session looks at how survivors, families, and supporters connected with other campaigns like Orgreave and Grenfell.
You’ll see how collective action can challenge injustice, build momentum for change, and inspire a new generation to keep fighting.
This session looks at how survivors, families, and supporters connected with other campaigns like Orgreave and Grenfell.
You’ll see how collective action can challenge injustice, build momentum for change, and inspire a new generation to keep fighting.
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