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Heard of the The Dublin Accord ? This EU regulation allowed the UK to return asylum seekers to the first EU country they entered. After Brexit, the UK lost this privilege, which actually makes managing immigration more complex, not simpler.
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First let's refer to the Brexit promises in the 2019 Tory manifesto : Introduce a points based system. ✔ Based on skills and not origin. ✔ End freedom of movement. ✔ Boost legal migration for those who make the biggest contribution. ✔ On the issue of parliamentary sovereignty, after Brexit, the UK regained the ability to make its own laws without being subject to EU rules or the European Court of Justice, effectively restoring full legislative authority to the UK Parliament. ✔ On the issue of border, the UK regained control over its borders and implemented a new points-based immigration system. This system prioritises skills and talent over free movement, aligning with the objectives set during the Brexit campaign.✔ You are right. But by having the parliamentary sovereignty you tear up agreements such as The Dublin Accord. You got what you voted for. ✔
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@stewartbunting3568 OK I've been asking this for a very long time. I hope you have considered the issue to give us an answer: What are the potential benefits and drawbacks for ordinary people in the UK if the country were to leave the European Court of Human Rights and the European Convention on Human Rights, and align itself with Russia and Belarus in terms of human rights standards? Consider how the loss of certain rights might impact individuals' daily lives and overall societal well-being .
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@patthewoodboy The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) is highly relevant even in cases like getting three years in prison for throwing a brick. If the punishment is excessive, the trial unfair, or if the person was treated differently based on race or political beliefs, the ECHR can ensure their rights are protected. It reviews cases to ensure that punishments and state actions respect basic human rights like fairness, freedom of expression, and protection from discrimination or excessive punishment. It exists to hold governments accountable when national courts fail to do so. I find it astonishing that you don't trust this government but you want to strip protections.
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@ScarsNotFresh 1933 tells us you people are on a hell of a ride: abolition of human rights, forced labour, torture, war. Enjoy
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@Nora......... The ECHR is actually there to protect basic human rights like fair trials and freedom from torture, not to interfere with elections. The idea that it undermines electoral expectations is often pushed by certain politicians and media to make people distrust it. They may want to set the stage for a future referendum to leave the ECHR, which could lead to fewer protections for human rights and workers. The ones who benefit from this would be the rich and powerful, as it would make it easier to exploit cheap labor and reduce rights. As for the Free Speech Union, while it focuses on defending individuals' rights to express controversial or unpopular opinions, leaving the ECHR is a much broader issue. The ECHR protects a wide range of fundamental human rights, including free speech, but also rights like fair trials and protection from torture. Leaving the ECHR would affect many aspects of human rights law, not just free speech.
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@susanshadrake6193 In recent years, right-wing media and certain politicians have focused on criticising institutions like the ECHR. They often portray it as a barrier to national sovereignty or a way for unelected judges to interfere with domestic decisions. The reality is more complex: politicians and media can shape narratives in ways that benefit specific interests. By pushing this kind of negative portrayal of the ECHR, they might be setting up the public for a future referendum or decision where the goal is to leave the ECHR framework entirely. If that happens, the country would have fewer protections for workers' rights, human rights, and social justice. In such a deregulated environment, it's often the capitalist class, with power and resources, that benefits. A government could pass laws that make it easier to exploit a cheap labour force or reduce the rights people have to challenge unfair treatment, all in the name of "taking back control."
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@andylewis7360 If the UK were to leave the ECHR, it would join Russia and Belarus, the only European countries outside the jurisdiction of the ECtHR. While the UK could introduce its own human rights legislation, it’s important to remember that creating a new court and convention with the same scope and authority as the ECtHR would be complex. The ECtHR provides a crucial mechanism for holding governments accountable beyond national borders. Any UK-specific system might lack the international oversight that ensures a higher level of accountability across Europe. Could such a new court fully replicate the ECtHR's role? It's a big question.
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@andylewis7360 You trust your country's government and judiciary, do you? I assure you, most people do not. The ECHR is actually there to protect basic human rights like fair trials and freedom from torture. The undermining of the ECHR is often pushed by certain politicians - like Farage and Tice. It is also backed by the media like GBN and Talk TV to make people distrust it. They may want to set the stage for a future referendum to leave the ECHR, which could lead to fewer protections for human rights and workers. The ones who benefit from this would be the rich and powerful, as it would make it easier to exploit cheap labour and reduce rights. Do you want less protections and reduced rights? I assure you, most people do not.
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@madmelwood3778 There is currently no formal bilateral agreement between the UK and France specifically for returning refugees. However, the two countries have cooperated on migration-related issues, particularly in managing irregular migration across the English Channel. Do you remember that you voted to exit the EU and regain parliamentary and border sovereignty? You got what you voted for!
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@SuperJohntoo You know what usually happens at this point, don't you? You explain your reasoning.
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@SuperJohntoo The UK has committed nearly £480 million to France to boost security and prevent small boat crossings, funding more patrols, technology, and a detention center. While it might feel like we should demand a rebate if the crossings don’t stop, the funding is part of a long-term strategy. It’s focused on preventing future crossings rather than offering immediate results. Critically, there's no agreement to return migrants once they reach the UK, so a rebate isn’t part of the current deal.
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@SuperJohntoo Come on! Explain how I "dislike" sovereignty!
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