Japanese Government honours Miss Janice Brennan, Barrister, Bencher of the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple

2023/10/5
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On Thursday 5 October 2023, Ambassador HAYASHI Hajime bestowed upon Miss Janice Brennan the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon at a ceremony held at the Ambassador's residence.

As a barrister specialised in criminal matters with more than 40 years’ experience and as a Bencher of the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple, Miss Brennan has contributed to strengthening the relationship and promoting mutual understanding in the field of justice between the United Kingdom and Japan.

Ambassador Hayashi paid tribute to Miss Brennan’s achievements to date, and expressed his wish for her continued support towards strengthening the Japan-UK relationship in the field of Justice.

In the presence of her colleagues, Miss Brennan conveyed her gratitude to those who had supported her in her activities over the years. Mentioning her fond memories of Japan and shared values between Japan and the UK, Miss Brennan also expressed her hope for the enhancement of the Japan-UK relationship in the field of justice.