With Andrew Whitley (Chair), Sir Vincent Fean (Trustee) and Dr Brian Brivati (Executive Director)
16th December 2025
Britain Palestine Project reflects on the political, legal and humanitarian developments of 2025 and looks ahead to the challenges and opportunities shaping 2026.
Chair Andrew Whitley, Trustee Sir Vincent Fean, and Executive Director Dr Brian Brivati explore what recent moves towards recognition of Palestinian statehood have – and have not – delivered on the ground. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy, international law, human rights advocacy and conflict resolution, the speakers assess the UK government’s role, the limits of symbolic recognition without enforcement, and the urgent need for accountability under international law.
The webinar also reviews BPP’s work over the past year – including advocacy, events and policy engagement – and sets out priorities for the year ahead, from parliamentary pressure and public education to amplifying Palestinian voices and defending the rules-based international order.
This conversation offers clear analysis, historical context and practical insight into why recognition is only a starting point – and what must come next to achieve peace with justice, security and equal rights for Israelis and Palestinians.
Speakers
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Andrew Whitley – Founder and Executive Director of Geo-Political Advisory Services; former senior UN official, journalist and founding director of Human Rights Watch’s Middle East division
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Sir Vincent Fean – Former British Consul-General in Jerusalem and Trustee of the Britain Palestine Project
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Dr Brian Brivati – Historian, human rights specialist and Executive Director of the Britain Palestine Project
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