Protection of human rights in an independent Scotland

The Scottish Government policy is to continue to embed human rights in all of its legislation. It will continue to oppose any efforts to withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights.  It will recognise, respect and promote childrens' rights.  

The Limits of Rights

Submitted by Stephen Richard on Sat, 09/10/2021 - 12:21

Craig Dalzell – 7th October 2021

The Limits of Rights

The Supreme Court has this week handed down judgement against two bills that were passed by the previous Scottish Parliament and has found that key aspects of both lie outwith the competence of Holyrood. They will now be referred back to Holyrood for amendment.

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