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15 years of the Human Rights Act

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Published on: 03 November 2015

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What was the initial reception to the introduction of HRA 1998?
What have been the most notable cases in the last 15 years?
What have been the key challenges for government departments and public bodies in terms of compliance?
Do you feel that HRA 1998 has been a success or a failure?
What is the future for HRA 1998? What role will the legal profession have to play in reform?
Do you have any guidance or tips for public bodies in relation to complying with their duties in the changing landscape?

Article summary

Public Law analysis: With the Human Rights Act 1998 (HRA 1998) turning 15 this year, Stephen Grosz QC, a senior consultant for Bindmans, considers the past, present and future of HRA 1998.

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