Human Rights Day 2018

On human rights day this year, BIHR will be presenting the UDHR birthday card to the UK parliament and UN, with a special event being held at the House of Parliament.

Watch this space for more information, coming soon!

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Northern Ireland: Abortion decriminalised and same-sex marriage legalised!

New laws came into place in Northern Ireland which will give women the right to abortion, as well as permit same-sex marriage.
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Human rights news and views for the week ending 18 October 2019
Key Points from the CQC's State of Care in England Report 2019

A summary of some of the key issues highlighted in the CQC's 2019 State of Care Report
We have been shortlisted for a National Advocacy Award!

We have been shortlisted in the Outstanding Supporter category for the 2019 National Advocacy Awards

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A Human Rights Approach to Advocacy

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Co-produced with advocacy groups this guide shows how the rights and duties in the Human Rights Act can help strengthen support for people with mental health problems. It uses handy tables, flowcharts, case studies, and worked through examples.
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