Why do 27 states want to change Europe’s human rights convention?
Summary
Twenty-seven European countries want to change the European Convention on Human Rights to limit migration into Europe. Some people worry that this change could reduce long-standing protections for human rights. Different experts discussed their thoughts on this issue.Key Facts
- 27 European countries are part of a group that supports changing the ECHR regarding migration.
- The ECHR is a treaty that protects human rights in Europe.
- Some people believe changing the ECHR could weaken these rights.
- Discussions about the change include different viewpoints from experts in human rights and politics.
- Michael O’Flaherty is a human rights expert from the Council of Europe.
- Jennifer Nader co-founded a group called Compassion in Politics.
- Michael McDowell is a senator in Ireland and a former justice minister.
- These experts shared their views on what the changes to the ECHR could mean.
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