Birmingham Six campaigner knighted in British honours list

Chris Mullin, a prominent figure in British politics, literature, and journalism, has been knighted in the British honours list for his distinguished service. Mullin's most notable contribution to public life was his coverage of the Birmingham Six case in the 1980s. The Birmingham Six were six men wrongly convicted of a 1975 bombing in Birmingham, England, and their case became a rallying cry for the anti-torture movement and a symbol of miscarriages of justice in the UK. Mullin's tireless advocacy and journalism helped shed light on the case, ultimately contributing to the men's release from prison in 1991. Throughout his career, Mullin has been a vocal critic of government wrongdoing and a champion of human rights, and his knighthood is a testament to his enduring commitment to these causes.