UK cases at the European Court of Human Rights since 1975
This note lists brief details of cases against the UK at the European Court of Human Rights since 1975.
The Bill of Rights Bill
The Government has published a Bill of Rights Bill which would repeal the Human Rights Act 1998 and replace it with a new framework to implement the European Convention on Human Rights. It follows an independent review and Government consultation on human rights reform. Second reading of the Bill is provisionally scheduled for 12 September.
Forced labour and NHS PPE supply chains
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on Forced labour and NHS PPE supply chains on Thursday 14th July at 1:50pm.
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Research Briefing
The law on assisted suicide
This briefing explains the law on assisted suicide in England and Wales. It examines recent parliamentary activity, developments in other legal jurisdictions, human rights challenges, and stakeholders' views.
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Research Briefing
National Security Bill 2022-2023
The National Security Bill 2022-23 was introduced in the House of Commons on 11 May 2022. It is scheduled to have second reading on 6 June 2022. It would replace existing counter-espionage laws with a comprehensive framework for countering hostile state activity analogous to the counter-terrorism framework established since 2000. It would also limit the availability of civil legal aid and damages to those connected with terrorist activity.
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Research Briefing
Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill 2022-2023
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill 2022-2023 proposes to end legal proceedings concerning Troubles-related conduct and provide conditional immunity from prosecution for those who cooperate with investigations conducted by a newly established Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery. It was introduced in the House of Commons on 17 May 2022. Second reading is scheduled for 24 May.
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Research Briefing
Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill: Progress of the Bill
This briefing paper summarises the Commons stages of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill and the Lords amendments to the Bill.
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Research Briefing
The Government’s judicial review reforms and the Judicial Review and Courts Bill
The House of Lords has proposed changes to the Government's judicial review reforms. MPs will consider them on Tuesday 26 April 2022.
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Research Briefing
Judicial Review and Courts Bill: Lords Stages and Amendments
The House of Lords amended the Judicial Review and Courts Bill. On Tuesday 26 April 2022 MPs will be asked whether they agree to those amendments.
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Debate Pack
Legal aid in the North West
A debate on legal aid in the north west of England will take place in Westminster Hall scheduled for Tuesday 22 February 2022, from 2:30pm. Rebecca Long-Bailey MP will open the debate.
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Research Briefing
Judicial Review and Courts Bill 2021-2022: Progress of the Bill
The Judicial Review and Courts Bill 2021-22 would reform rules affecting judicial reviews and bring in changes to the court system, including allowing remote access to inquests. It was considered by a Public Bill Committee over 11 sittings between 2 and 18 November 2021 and is due to have Commons report stage on 25 January 2022. This paper summarises the amendments made to the Bill in Committee and the main issues that were debated.
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Debate Pack
Lawfare and the UK Court System
A backbench business debate on lawfare and 'SLAPP' suits in the UK court system will take place in the House of Common's Chamber scheduled for Thursday 20 January 2022. David Davis and Liam Byrne MPs will open the debate.
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Research Briefing
Reform of the Human Rights Act 1998
The Human Rights Act 1998 aimed to 'bring rights home' by enabling people to bring claims based on the European Convention on Human Rights in the UK courts. Despite its success in reducing the time and cost involved in enforcing human rights, successive Governments have been concerned about its impact on UK case law and parliamentary sovereignty. The Government commissioned an independent review of the Act last year, and has now launched a consultation on proposals to replace it with a Bill of Rights
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Research Briefing
The Intelligence and Security Committee
This paper describes the functions and powers of the Intelligence and Security Committee, which is responsible for scrutinising the UK's intelligence and security agencies. It outlines reforms to the Committee under the Justice and Security Act 2013, and summarises recent inquiries.
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Research Briefing
Copyright (Rights and Remuneration of Musicians, Etc.) Bill
The Copyright (Rights and Remuneration of Musicians Etc.) Bill would create new rights for composers and performers, including a right to equitable remuneration when their music is streamed
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