Human Rights Act 1998 Discussions with Scottish Government 2020-07-14
2020-07-14
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Discussions between the UK Government and Scottish Government on updating the Human Rights Act.
What recent discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on proposals to update the Human Rights Act 1998?
Yes, Scotland has a distinguished and distinct legal system and will be consulted. Whatever amendments may come to the Human Rights Act, the United Kingdom remains committed to membership of the European convention on human rights.
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Exploring the relationship between the Human Rights Act review and the proposed constitution, democracy and rights commission.
Can the Minister outline the relationship between the independent review of the Human Rights Act and the proposed constitution, democracy and rights commission? Does he also plan to consult devolved Administrations on the terms of reference?
There is a manifesto commitment to update the Human Rights Act. The implications for Scotland's distinct legal jurisdiction must be taken into account and will be considered.
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