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International Human Rights: Perspectives from Ireland

International Human Rights: Perspectives from Ireland

Author: Suzanne Egan
Publisher: Bloomsbury Professional (formerly Tottel Publishing)
ISBN: 9781780439693
Published In: October 2015
Format: Paperback , 464 pages
Jurisdiction: Ireland ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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International Human Rights: Perspectives from Ireland examines Ireland’s engagement with, and influence of, the international human rights regime.

International human rights norms are increasingly being taken into account by legislators, courts and public bodies in taking decisions and implementing actions that impact on human rights. This title features articles by leading Irish and international academic experts, practitioners and advocates in the human rights field. It also combines both practical analysis and integrates perspectives from a broad range of actors in the human rights field.

Chapter 1: Ireland and the Human Rights Regime: A Contextual Overview

SECTION 1: PHILOSOPHICAL CONCEPTIONS OF HUMAN RIGHTS

Chapter 2: The Philosophical Development of Human Rights

Chapter 3: Philosophical Challenges to Human Rights

SECTION 2: THE INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS FRAMEWORK

Chapter 4: The Procedures of the United Nations Human Rights Council

Chapter 5: The UN Human Rights Treaty System

Chapter 6: The European Convention on Human Rights: Implementation Mechanisms and Compliance

Chapter 7: The Protection of Fundamental Rights in the European Union: Origins, Evolution and Trends

SECTION 3: IMPLEMENTING HUMAN RIGHTS IN IRELAND

Chapter 8: The Justice for Magdalenes Campaign

Chapter 9: Socio-Economic Rights and Ireland