Britain Pushes for ECHR Reform Amid Domestic Criticism

Britain, under pressure on immigration, urges reform of European human rights framework

LONDON - Britain called on Wednesday for reform of the European Convention on Human Rights, amid growing domestic criticism that it allows a foreign-based court to meddle in sensitive areas of policy such as immigration and deportation rulings. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Britain Pushes for ECHR Reform Amid Domestic Criticism

The UK advocates for reforming the European Convention on Human Rights due to concerns about foreign court interference in domestic matters like immigration. Justice Minister Shabana Mahmood emphasizes the need for evolution to match political changes, echoing wider European calls for reformation in addressing immigration rulings.

ECHR must be reformed to restore ‘fraying’ public confidence – Lord Chancellor

Shabana Mahmood told the Council of Europe in a speech in Strasbourg the ECHR ‘must evolve’ to respond to new realities.

Labour Refuses to Join ECHR Reform Efforts

Despite spin this morning Labour is refusing to join in with substantive efforts by European countries to deal with the ECHR. No surprise there... MoJ

Should the UK Remain in the ECHR? Examining Immigration and Human Rights

The ECHR and Its Impact on UK Immigration Policy The United Kingdom’s membership in the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has long been a cornerstone of its human rights framework. The ECHR, established in 1959, aims to protect human rights and fundamental freedoms across Europe. However, recent cases have sparked debate about whether the UK’s continued membership is in its best interest, particularly concerning immigration and deportation p…