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Mainstreaming Human Rights in Whitehall

Mainstreaming Human Rights in Whitehall

ISBN: 186030074X

Author: Sarah Spencer and Ian Bynoe
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Price: £7.50
Publication Date: 06 January 1998

Explores the role of government and of Parliament in ensuring that the UK meets international human rights standards, demonstrates that the current procedures are inadequate and makes recommendations for reform.

“….This admirably comprehensive book fills a vital gap in setting out a detailed recipe for completing the process of Bringing Rights Home” Fiona Mactaggart MP “This timely book breaks new ground in showing how the Human Rights Act can be used as a springboard for a strong Parliamentary Human Rights committee and for mainstreaming human rights in Whitehall. Essential reading for everyone who takes human rights seriously.” Lord Lester of Herne Hill QC

 
 

 

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