A timeline of key events and changes that have been brought about in Stephen Lawrence’s name.
Discover the pivotal moments from Stephen’s life and legacy by downloading our Stephen Lawrence Timeline (PDF).
A timeline of key events and changes that have been brought about in Stephen Lawrence’s name.
Loved by his family and friends, Stephen dreamed of becoming an architect.
Stephen Lawrence is killed in an unprovoked racist attack.
A private prosecution is launched by Stephen’s parents against three suspects. It fails in April 1996.
A public enquiry is announced to look into the killing and subsequent police investigation.
It accuses the Metropolitan Police of institutional racism and makes 70 recommendations, many aimed at improving police attitudes to racism.
The legal principle prevented suspects being tried twice for the same crime.
Doreen Lawrence opens the £10m Stephen Lawrence Centre in honour of her son.
The trial of Gary Dobson and David Norris begins at the Old Bailey. Both men are found guilty of the murder of Stephen Lawrence and are given life sentences.
National day announced by Prime Minister Theresa May to commemorate Stephen Lawrence’s life. Stephen Lawrence Day will be celebrated every year on 22 April.
Discover the pivotal moments from Stephen’s life and legacy by downloading our Stephen Lawrence Timeline (PDF).