The 2019 Fundamental Rights Report has been released by the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights. The report reflects on the developments and shortfalls of human rights protection in the EU over the past year. HRLC conducted research for the UK component of the report, which contains proposals for action covering:
The results show that many people across the EU risk being left behind, as growing intolerance and attacks on people’s fundamental rights continue to erode the considerable progress achieved to date. Key issues identified include:
“Fundamental rights alarm bells are ringing across the EU as inequalities, harassment and prejudices continue to grow,” said FRA Director Michael O’Flaherty. “We need robust responses outlining how rights benefit us all and provide the answers to the inequalities that are holding us back from a fair and just society where everyone can prosper.”
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