Stephen Holden is currently a PhD candidate at Manchester Law School under the supervision of Dr. Costantino Grasso. His research has a specific focus on empowering whistleblowing. Having achieved an LLB (Hons) from the University of Lincoln, Stephen went on to complete a master’s degree in Law and Human Rights at Distinction level from the University of Kent. Stephen has extensive experience working within the public sector, including developing care pathways for mental health and elective care, and project management on a regional level within the NHS. Additionally, Stephen has also spent time teaching a range of subjects, including law.