Right to liberty and security of person ~ (Human Rights & Responsibilities Act 2006) ~ Section 21.

Section 21 HRR Act 2006 states; 21 Right to liberty and security of person (1) Every person has the right to liberty and security. (2) A person must not be subjected to arbitrary arrest or detention. (3) A person must not be deprived of his or her liberty except on grounds, and in accordance with procedures, established by law. (4) A person who Read More …

MINDSPACE Influencing behaviour through public policy

Ministers and policy-makers need to consider fundamental questions around whether government should attempt to change behaviour. Traditional ways of changing behaviour, such as legislation, regulation, and incentives, can be very effective. MINDSPACE does not attempt to replace these methods. Rather, it extends and enhances them, adding new dimensions that reflect fundamental, but often neglected, influences Read More …

Bioethics and Human Rights.

The principles of the Universal Declaration on Bioethics and Human Rights Article 3: Human dignity and human rights Human dignity, human rights and fundamental freedoms are to be fully respected. The interests and welfare of the individual should have priority over the sole interest of science or society.   Article 4: Benefit and harm In Read More …