Political charters

FRA addresses national event marking 20 years of the EU Charter

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Friday, February 12, 2021

As part of a series of national Fundamental Rights Charter events across the EU, FRA joined a roundtable discussion in Hungary.

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  • As part of a series of national Fundamental Rights Charter events across the EU, FRA joined a roundtable discussion in Hungary.
  • The discussion celebrated the 20th anniversary of EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and the 2019 laureate of the European Parliaments Sakharov-prize for the freedom of thought, Ilham Tohti.
  • FRA introduced the Charter, including its legal effects, novelties and potential.
  • It also spoke about the Agencys role in promoting the Charter and contributing to its respect by the EU and Member States.

Global Activist Reveals Consequences of Ignoring Magna Carta 1215 Article 61

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

The Magna Carta 1215 Article 61 states the right to reject what is unfairly imposed upon people who are aware that governments are not abiding by the common law," says Brown.

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  • The Magna Carta 1215 Article 61 states the right to reject what is unfairly imposed upon people who are aware that governments are not abiding by the common law," says Brown.
  • No one dares speak of solutions that are clear in the Magna Carta 1215 Article 61.In fact, for those influenced by the dark demons the more conflict the better.
  • According to Brown, The Magna Carta 1215 Article 61 is the only true law, because it states the right to reject what is put upon the people.
  • The angst and pain imposed upon the masses has led people to turn to The Magna Carta 1215 Article 61 and brings to light how governments are not governing at all.

EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies discuss Rights Charter

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Thursday, October 1, 2020

EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies exchanged experiences on 24 September on how they apply the EUs Fundamental Rights Charter.

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  • EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies exchanged experiences on 24 September on how they apply the EUs Fundamental Rights Charter.
  • It builds on the joint statement on implementing the Charter that agencies heads signed in autumn 2019.
  • In that statement, they committed to protect fundamental rights in their work, to promote and raise awareness regarding fundamental rights, and exchange practices each year.
  • This first annual exchange brought to the fore the diversity of experiences and practices that agencies use to protect and promote fundamental rights.

To Cancel America, or Not to Cancel? That is the Question

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Thursday, August 20, 2020

"If we are struggling to see ourselves properly, then it's time to get our vision checked," he writes.

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  • "If we are struggling to see ourselves properly, then it's time to get our vision checked," he writes.
  • At the heart of his book is the vision, purpose, and governmental revolution contained in the Mayflower Compact of 1620.
  • Lascelles reveals the "divine equation" this document containsa powerful truth that turns religious and civil liberty into world-changing influence.
  • He implores his readers, "Do not cancel Americabefore reading this book."

Press release - Ten years of the Lisbon Treaty and the Charter of Fundamental Rights

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Parliament President David Sassoli, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel will speak during the sitting to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty, which converted the Charter of Fundamental Rights into a legally binding document.

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  • Parliament President David Sassoli, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel will speak during the sitting to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty, which converted the Charter of Fundamental Rights into a legally binding document.
  • Short interventions by political group speakers will wrap up the debate.
  • These reforms introduced a higher level of democratic accountability and better protection of civil, political, economic and social rights in the EU.
  • You can watch the formal sitting live via EP Live and EbS+.

Article - European Charter of Fundamental Rights: five things you need to know

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Monday, December 2, 2019

What rights does the EU charter guarantee?

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What rights does the EU charter guarantee?

The charter contains 54 articles that ensure the rights and freedoms of EU citizens in these areas:

The charter has been expanded to cover fundamental rights that go beyond just civil and social rights including:

Justice Minister questioned as part of Rights after Brexit inquiry

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Saturday, June 8, 2019

EU Justice Sub-Committee takes evidence on Tuesday 11June at 10.45am

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  • The EU Justice Sub-Committee continues its inquiry into Rights after Brexit by hearing from the Justice Minister and Deputy Director, Global Strategy and Rights, Ministry of Justice.
  • The session will focus on issues including rights protections post-Brexit, different approaches to rights in the devolved nations, and potential issues for representation in Northern Ireland.
  • What is the Government's response to concerns that the rights of individuals and business will be weakened by the removal of the Charter of Fundamental Rights?
  • What is the UK Government's response to the proposal for an Act of the Scottish Parliament to provide human rights leadership?

Justice Minister questioned as part of Rights after Brexit inquiry

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Saturday, June 8, 2019

EU Justice Sub-Committee takes evidence on Tuesday 11June at 10.45am

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  • The EU Justice Sub-Committee continues its inquiry into Rights after Brexit by hearing from the Justice Minister and Deputy Director, Global Strategy and Rights, Ministry of Justice.
  • The session will focus on issues including rights protections post-Brexit, different approaches to rights in the devolved nations, and potential issues for representation in Northern Ireland.
  • What is the Government's response to concerns that the rights of individuals and business will be weakened by the removal of the Charter of Fundamental Rights?
  • What is the UK Government's response to the proposal for an Act of the Scottish Parliament to provide human rights leadership?

Leading lawyers advise Justice Sub-Committee on Rights after Brexit

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Friday, May 3, 2019

EU Justice Sub-Committee takes evidence on Tuesday 7 May at 10.45am

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  • This session will focus on issues including rights protections post-Brexit, the supremacy of EU law, citizen's rights for EU nationals and potential issues for representation in Northern Ireland.
  • Tuesday 7 May in Committee Room 3, Palace of Westminster
    Do you believe rights protections in the UK will be weakened due to the removal of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union?
  • How far (and in what areas) do you think that the current draft of the Withdrawal Agreement and accompanying political declaration might mitigate any weakening of human rights standards under the domestic law regime?
  • Do you have any concerns as to how citizens rights for EU nationals already in the UK rights might be interpreted now that the Government has rolled out its settled status scheme?

New Exhibition, "The Great Charter And The General Assembly: Founding A Legacy In 1619", Showcases Virginia's Role In Establishing American Democracy

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Friday, January 25, 2019

The exhibit, which is on display through December 31, 2019, highlights the historical origins of the Virginia General Assembly in the Great Charter of 1618.

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  • The exhibit, which is on display through December 31, 2019, highlights the historical origins of the Virginia General Assembly in the Great Charter of 1618.
  • The Great Charter of 1618 abolished martial law, allowed property to shift to private ownership, and authorized the governor to summon a General Assembly to propose and act on legislation.
  • "The Great Charter of 1618 introduced the idea of representative democracy to Early America and created opportunities for stakeholders to have a voice in government."
  • The Great Charter and the General Assembly: Founding a Legacy in 1619is a Legacy Project of the 2019 Commemoration, American Evolution.