The 2014 Liberty Human Rights Awards

Liberty is the UK's oldest human rights and civil liberties organisation.

To celebrate 80 years of holding the powerful to account in the name of freedom, fairness and justice, they open this special occasion to the public for the very first time, in collaboration with Southbank Centre.

The awards honour individuals and organisations dedicated to protecting and promoting our freedoms. They give voice to stories that may otherwise go unheard and celebrate the hard work, inspiration and dedication of those who champion the rights of ordinary people.

Join us for this celebration of the great, good and the gutsy working on the front line of human rights. It's hosted by comedian, novelist, actor, broadcaster, show-off and international treasure Sandi Toksvig, with appearances from some very special guests and music from singer-songwriter and activist Billy Bragg.

Plus Director of Liberty Shami Chakrabarti is in conversation with screen legend and lifelong campaigner Vanessa Redgrave about acting, activism and the future of liberty.