Human Rights

When it comes to human rights, we cut through the jargon and misunderstandings to give you clear and pragmatic advice on how you may be affected by the Human Rights Act. Just one legal tool in the kitbag, the Human Rights Act has an impact not only on public authorities but on private providers of public services and commercial organisations whose rights are also protected under the Act.

Scotland has played a leading role in the development of human rights law with devolution continuing to ensure that Scotland's unique position throws up quirks and peculiarities in this field.

Whether you are concerned about issues of fair process, property rights, privacy, family law, planning or employment rights, our human rights expertise will add an extra dimension to the advice which we give.

Policy Advice & Training

Do you have responsibilities under the Human Rights Act? If you do, or better still if you don't know if you do, then we're here to help. We can advise you on your duties and likely liabilities by auditing your existing practice and advising on matters of policy. Our experts in this field are keen to keep you up to date on the latest developments in human rights law and can help you to educate your organisation to anticipate potential problems.