As part of this year's festival of debate we will be looking at the subject of Trial by Ordeal - why appearing in court, particularly in cases of sexual assault, can be such and ordeal for women and what can be done to change it.

Speakers will include WEP party leader Sophie Walker, someone of experience the principal witness in a sexual assault cases, and representatives of the legal profession.

Come along and join us as we explore this topic which plays a major part in holding back equality in our society.