Human Rights Bill consultation

Views are being sought on plans to enshrine international human rights – including the right to health and an adequate standard of living – into Scots law for the first time.

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Views are being sought on plans to enshrine international human rights – including the right to health and an adequate standard of living – into Scots law for the first time.

As part of a forthcoming Human Rights Bill, the proposals look to reduce inequality and would place a broader range of human rights at the centre of how Scotland’s frontline public services are delivered, as well as its policy and law making processes. People would also be able to seek justice where their rights are not upheld.

Legislation would incorporate United Nations economic, social, and cultural rights and environmental standards, as well as rights relating to women, disabled people and people who experience racism.

The Human Rights Bill consultation will run for 16 weeks and close on 5 October 2023.

A Human Rights Bill for Scotland: Consultation Easy Read – gov.scot (www.gov.scot)

There’s also a useful guide to explain the purpose of the Bill and provide an overview of the topics in the consultation.