Tender opportunity

The Commission invites interested parties to submit applications for a small scale research project to support the human rights component of NHS Health Scotland’s Health Inequalities Impact Assessment work. The purpose of the work is to produce an output of around six case studies, or practice examples, which asses the human rights impacts of selected policies, legislation or strategies and develop supporting guidance where necessary. Read the Tender Document and apply. The deadline Sunday 19 June 2016

Social Security

Social security is a human right that is protected by a range of international human rights laws... Security Article 12, European Social Charter Article 34, EU Charter of Fundamental Rights International... and Cultural Rights  Our animation below explains the right to social security and what it means for people's other rights. You can also read a transcript of the animation, with descriptions. Scotland's new social security system recognises social security is a human right and aims to treat people Tuesday 02 August 2016

Commission welcomes biometric data recommendations and Scottish Government response

The Scottish Human Rights Commission has welcomed the Scottish Government’s response to today’s... of the Commission, said: “Biometric data has important implications for privacy and other human rights... in this area to develop in a human rights-based, ethical manner which gives appropriate weight to considerations of public protection on the one hand, and privacy and other relevant human rights... in other areas of technology where data is gathered and used. Human rights should continue Thursday 22 March 2018

Commission welcomes Scottish Biometrics Commissioner Act

The Scottish Human Rights Commission has welcomed the passing of the Scottish Biometrics...: “This is a significant step in developing better protection for people’s human rights in the area... complies with human rights standards. The Commission has previously raised concerns about the lack of legislative framework in this area, contributed evidence to Parliament on the human rights issues... are pleased that our contribution to this process has been reflected in human rights standards Thursday 12 March 2020

Commission welcomes Scottish Mental Health Law Review

Review. We are pleased to see the emphasis placed on taking a human rights based approach in the report... health services.   The report recommendations set out to advance a wide range of human rights...:  “The Scottish Mental Health Law Review sets out a bold new direction for laws framed by human rights standards and aimed at delivering greater respect, protection and fulfilment of the human rights... with international human rights standards and have the potential to deliver a much improved experience for people Friday 30 September 2022