Miller, Chair of the Scottish Human Rights Commission, said today: “The Commission welcomes... and rights of everyone.
“Paving the way for same sex marriage through the proposed legislative route is a realistic and considered way forward which recognises, protects and balances the human rights... and around the world are increasingly recognising same sex marriage in law and it is right that Scotland...:
The Commission is of the view that the equal right of same sex couples to marry should be guaranteed in law
intrusive of this right. The Scottish Human Rights Commission therefore wants to see clear rules... oversight.
The European Court of Human Rights has established that it is the state's responsibility.... However, we also note that the opinion makes clear that there is very limited case law available in this area. The case law that does exist stresses the need for clear procedural safeguards... for clear, sufficient and robust safeguards, including appropriate oversight. People's rights to privacy
The Commission has responded to the Scottish Government's consultation on guidance on engaging communities in decisions relating to land.
In our response, we recommend the guidance should promote taking a human rights based approach to participation and that the relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) should be explicitly included within the guidance. We also recommend the guidance should... and how these barriers may be overcome, and that it should set out the obligations of landowners
Forensic Mental Health Review
The Review looked at the delivery of forensic mental health services in hospitals, prisons and the community, where there are significant gaps in provision. The Commission supported the Barron Review to take a human rights based approach to its work.
There remains a need for action on the recommendations of the Review and to improve the delivery of human rights for those experiencing mental health issues in prison and forensic settings.
In 2024, we published a report highlighting significant failures to meet human rights standards in the Highlands and Islands. Many people were unable to afford housing, to heat their homes or to travel to access healthcare.
In January 2025, the Scottish Parliament held a debate on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights in the Highlands and Islands, in direct response to our findings. Find out more about more about our work in the Highlands and Islands.
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