Profile - Elizabeth Butler-Sloss

Elizabeth Butler-Sloss has been chosen this week to lead a major enquiry into abuse allegations. But the choice has proved controversial, with claims that she is too close to the establishment. A specialist in family law who became a high-ranking judge, she's been involved in many important decisions. Mary-Ann Sieghart looks at her life and career.

Producer: Chris Bowlby.

Published on Saturday, 12th July 2014.

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