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28/11/2002
Commons committee examines progress of NIHRC
The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission (NIHRC) will be the subject of a "short inquiry" by a House of Commons select committee beginning today.
The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights will meet in Castle Buildings at 4pm this afternoon to consider the operation and effectiveness of the Commission to date, its functions, powers and resources, with particular reference to the Commission's work on a Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland.
The Chief Commissioner Brice Dickson said: "The Commission has worked hard during the early years of the implementation of the Agreement to promote and protect the human rights of everyone in Northern Ireland.
"It has been both difficult and rewarding and I feel significant progress has been made. There is no doubt that we as a Commission have much to learn, but there is a genuine commitment to promote a wider understanding of human rights standards and principles as a means of contributing to the development of a peaceful and equitable society in Northern Ireland.
"Both Commissioners and staff have worked hard toward this end and will continue to do so in partnership with colleagues across civil society."
The Joint Committee has issued a call for evidence and is in receipt of written evidence from a range of organisations and individuals. The NIHRC will be represented by the Chief Commissioner Professor Brice Dickson, Commission colleagues and the Chief Executive.
The Chief Commissioner will advise the Joint Committee of the key achievements and concerns of Commissioners during its three-and-a-half years of operation.
These will include reference to the commission's role, independence from government, a review of its powers and functions and the progress of the Bill of Rights consultation. Further information will also be provided on the monitoring of international standards carried out by the Commission.
(GMcG)
The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights will meet in Castle Buildings at 4pm this afternoon to consider the operation and effectiveness of the Commission to date, its functions, powers and resources, with particular reference to the Commission's work on a Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland.
The Chief Commissioner Brice Dickson said: "The Commission has worked hard during the early years of the implementation of the Agreement to promote and protect the human rights of everyone in Northern Ireland.
"It has been both difficult and rewarding and I feel significant progress has been made. There is no doubt that we as a Commission have much to learn, but there is a genuine commitment to promote a wider understanding of human rights standards and principles as a means of contributing to the development of a peaceful and equitable society in Northern Ireland.
"Both Commissioners and staff have worked hard toward this end and will continue to do so in partnership with colleagues across civil society."
The Joint Committee has issued a call for evidence and is in receipt of written evidence from a range of organisations and individuals. The NIHRC will be represented by the Chief Commissioner Professor Brice Dickson, Commission colleagues and the Chief Executive.
The Chief Commissioner will advise the Joint Committee of the key achievements and concerns of Commissioners during its three-and-a-half years of operation.
These will include reference to the commission's role, independence from government, a review of its powers and functions and the progress of the Bill of Rights consultation. Further information will also be provided on the monitoring of international standards carried out by the Commission.
(GMcG)
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