The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission is an independent body established by the Northern Ireland Act 1998, as part of the "Good Friday Agreement". The Commission aims to defend and promote the human rights of everyone in Northern Ireland through law, policy and practice measured against international standards. The Commission's website explains its work, describes its statutory powers, lists its membership and publishes press releases and other documents. Additional materials carried by the site include the Human Rights Act 1998 and links to other, the Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland, and the text of speeches, articles and submissions by the NIHRC. Topics covered include alleged human rights violations committed during the Northern Ireland troubles.
Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission
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