Enhancing the rights of lesbian, gay and bisexual people in Northern Ireland

This report provides an audit of the lwas, policies and pratcices affecting lesbian, gay and bisexual people in Northern Ireland, with reference to European Union equality law, international human rights law, best practice and international development. The report addresses the merits/demerits of law, policy and practice across the following areas: education and young people; family law; partnership; employment; immigration; access to, and standards of, health care; welfare law, and criminal law. The report concludes with a programme of action for the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission with reference to the Commission's statutory duties to advise on laws, policy and practice; investigate and assist in cases; conduct educational activities and conduct research. It also includes recommendations to the Commission on the scope for protecting rights in a Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland.