We are now one step closer to having hate crime law in Ireland, which will recognise the harm these crimes have on individuals and impacted communities.
ICCL statement on the government’s committment to accede to the UNCRPD Optional Protocol
The government’s commitment is positive, but we must ensure that disabled people’s rights are not violated in the first place.
Coalition Against Hate Crime statement on the Hate Crime and Incitement to Violence or Hatred Bill
The Coalition Against Hate Crime is disappointed that the government is dropping hate speech measures but we welcome their commitment to pass the hate crime legislation.
ICCL statement on inquiry into Pat Finucane murder
ICCL warmly welcomes the announcement of a public inquiry into the murder of Pat Finucane in 1989.
ICCL statement on Minister for Justice, Charlie Flanagan’s statement regarding the recording of Gardai on duty
17th September 2018 The Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) is seriously concerned by the Minister for Justice’s suggestion on the radio this morning that he supports legislation to outlaw the photographing of Gardai acting in the course of their …