Fundamental rights: review of the balance of competences
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Detail of outcome
This report examines the balance of competences between the European Union and the United Kingdom in the area of fundamental rights, and is led by the Ministry of Justice. It is a reflection and analysis of the evidence submitted by experts, non-governmental organisations, businesspeople, Members of Parliament and other interested parties, either in writing or orally, as well as a literature review of relevant material.
Feedback received
Detail of feedback received
We received a number of submissions to the fundamental rights call for evidence. The submissions, which were received from a broad range of stakeholders, were either in writing or oral. We also conducted a literature review of relevant material.
Original consultation
Consultation description
The government is carrying out a review of the EU’s competences. The review will provide an analysis of what the EU does and how it affects the UK. See this detailed guide for full details of the review programme.
The Ministry of Justice is leading on the report on fundamental rights in the third semester of the review.
Documents
Last updated 22 July 2014 + show all updates
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Final outcome and evidence attached
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First published.