It has been five years since the publication of ‘Apologies in the Legal Arena: A Comparative Perspective’, a volume that marked a significant step forward in comparative research on apologies within legal contexts. Since then, the legal and societal relevance of apologies has only grown – both in institutional recognition and in public consciousness. Recent evolutions include, among others:
• Rulings by supreme and supranational courts recognising apologies as a remedy for non-pecuniary harm;
• The increasing polarisation of public discourse, amplified by the pervasive influence of social media;
• Renewed legal and political attention to apologies for historical injustices and systemic wrongs.
In light of these developments, a one-day international symposium will take place. The event seeks to bring together doctoral researchers, senior academics, legal practitioners, and policymakers working at the intersection of law and apology.