Australian immigration and asylum Geoffrey Robertson: human rights lawyer made officer of Order of Australia Robertson frequently criticises refugee policy, warning Australia seen as ‘mean and miserable’ Civil rights advocate Geoffrey Robertson made officer of Order of Australia in Australia Day honours for distinguished service to law. Now Geoffrey Robertson QC, human rights lawyer and civil rights advocate, has been made an officer of the Order of Australia. The UK-based barrister was recognised for his “distinguished service to the law and the legal profession as an international human rights lawyer and advocate for global civil liberties”. Journalist Tracey Spicer 'humbled' by Australia Day honour Read moreBorn in Australia, the 71-year old Robertson is a regular visitor. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Geoffrey Robertson (right) with Julian Assange, after Assange’s bail appeal at the UK high court.

Source: The Guardian January 25, 2018 12:56 UTC