On Tuesday, 10 December 2024, we are calling for action at the Scottish Parliament to demand the reintroduction of the Scottish Human Rights Bill.
The #BringBackTheBill Human Rights Day of Action isn’t just about raising awareness – it’s a powerful call to action. Organisations across Scotland are urging the Scottish Government to prioritise the Scottish Human Rights Bill, ensuring that rights are protected for all. #OurRightsOurFuture is more than just a slogan – it’s a rallying cry for change. Organisations, community groups, grassroots organisations, students, and individuals are all invited to join us on this important day to create a future where human rights are a priority in Scotland.
About the Scottish Human Rights Bill
The Human Rights Bill for Scotland aims to enshrine everyday human rights into Scots law, with special protections for women, disabled people, and racial minorities. It guarantees rights such as adequate living standards (including food, housing, and clothing), the highest attainable health, fair work conditions and pay, a healthy environment to live in, education, family protection, social security, and cultural participation.
Under the Bill, devolved public bodies would be required to take account of human rights in their decisions and ensure no one falls below a certain level of each right that is needed for dignity. They must also demonstrate progress in improving rights for all, prioritising those in the worst situations, using maximum available resources. The Bill strengthens accountability by creating new pathways for human rights complaints and underpinning our legal rights, while empowering oversight bodies like the Scottish Human Rights Commission and the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman.
Calling on Scottish MPs
We also call on all Scottish MPs to pledge their support for the Scottish Human Rights Bill in their upcoming manifestos. #BringBackTheBill is a movement to build a fairer, more just future for Scotland.
Let’s march together, stand up for what’s right, and make this happen.
• Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2024
• Time: 10:00 – 14:00 GMT
• Location: Scottish Parliament Building, Edinburgh
• More information is available via Eventbrite
Together, we can make a difference. Let’s #BringBackTheBill!
