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Liberty raises awareness about human rights in the UK through the provision of free advice & information to the public, parliamentarians & the media. Our combination of litigation, policy work & campaigning has secured our reputation as the UK's leading human rights & civil liberties organisation.

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    Situation

    Protection of our fundamental rights and freedoms is under threat by concrete steps to replace the Human Rights Act. The Act places an obligation on public authorities to act to respect & protect universal rights, from freedom from torture & the right to life, to the right to be treated equally. The Act protects us all, but especially the vulnerable. But it is much maligned & misunderstood - many critics give little consideration to (or don't understand) the impact of reducing the protection i

    Solution

    Liberty will campaign to promote & protect the Act against misinterpretation and debunk common myths about its use. We will increase understanding of the true value of the Act - through briefing parliamentarians, journalists & the public and showcasing stories that highlight how crucial the Act has been to millions of people across the UK. We will work together to produce expert analysis, advice & information, distribute educational campaign materials & host meetings & events with key stakeholde

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    Categories

  • Education/Training/Employment Education/​Training/​Employment
  • Human Rights/Advocacy Human Rights/​Advocacy
  • Information/Advice Information/​Advice
  • Other Other
  • Beneficiaries