IHRC UPDATE: Comment and Analysis on British Dual Nationality Law and other crackdowns ; War on Iraq; Central Asia; Belgian War Crimes Law

April 7, 2003

As events develop apace, IHRC has as usual been producing a variety of press releases, briefings and compiling articles.

PRESS RELEASE: IHRC condemns the new powers under the Asylum, Immigration and Nationality Act 2002 to revoke British citizenship from holders of dual nationality

April 2, 2003

With this new and boldly regressive measure Britain has undoubtedly entered an era of civil liberties malaise.

Derogation from A Non-Derogable Right? Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights, Immigration and the British Government

March 2, 2003

In an increasingly globalised world, where law is seen as the principal carrier of the few values still shared by diverse nations, it is ironic that the UK Government is undermining its commitment…

9/11: The Hidden Victims – Conference Audio

September 8, 2002

Highlights of IHRC’s seminar of 8th September 2002 highlighting the backlash against British Muslims are now available to listen to on-line.

New Tactics Used by Immigration Services for Unwanted Asylum Seekers

July 25, 2002

Historically religious places of worship have always been treated as sanctuaries where the weak or oppressed or those in danger seek refuge.

Emergency Legislation Violates Human Rights Standards

January 1, 2002

Home Secretary David Blunkett is taking steps to introduce emergency legislation as a result of the atrocities of September 11. The Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill includes measures to detain terrorist suspects indefinitely without trial.

Emergency Legislation Violates Human Rights Standards, Update number 2

November 26, 2001

IHRC has a number of further concerns regarding the Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill currently being pushed through parliament in an unprecedented attempt to curtail civil liberties in the UK.