Absolutely Fabulous actress Julia Sawalha was among guests at a fundraising event supporting Merton Amnesty's campaign against death by stoning in Nigeria.
The actress attended a special screening of award-winning film The Circle at the Curzon Soho Cinema.
More than £500 was raised and will go towards funding the defence of women like Amina Lawal, who was sentenced to death for having a child outside marriage.
Amina's appeal was due to be heard this month, but it has been postponed until August 5.
July 18, 2002 11:30
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article