'It Lit a Fire' in Me: Barrister Overcomes Adversity
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-26 19:01 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian UK
Leonie Hughes, a barrister who was expelled from school at 15, has spoken out about her journey and become an internet sensation. She credits her expulsion with sparking her passion for law.
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