High court's Legacy Act ruling in NI faces UK govt appeal, could change human rights protection.

The upcoming court ruling on the Legacy Act in Northern Ireland is expected to significantly impact human rights protections, according to the Social Change Initiative (SCI). The UK government is appealing parts of a High Court decision that challenged previous legacy laws related to the Troubles. SCI, alongside academic institutions, has created a guide to clarify the legal implications. A seminar on October 24 will further explore the ruling's potential effects.

September 15, 2024
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