Information & Privacy

Articles about your rights to access information held by public bodies and control of your personal data. Topics include freedom of information requests, data protection laws, CCTV usage and online privacy.

Do Airport Security Measures Breach My Human Rights?

Whether airport security checks like body scanners and liquid bans actually violate your human rights and freedoms.

Equal Rights: The Right to Be Treated Equally

Equal rights mean treating everyone fairly regardless of sex, race, religion or background, and why that fight still matters today.

Facial Recognition in Public Spaces: Your UK Privacy Rights

Facial Recognition in Public Spaces: Privacy Rights in the UK Live facial recognition (LFR) technology is deployed in UK public spaces, including by...

Human Rights and Adopted Children

Adopted children and those who adopt have human rights protections under UK and European law, with equality rules limiting discrimination in adoption services.

Human Rights and CCTV

CCTV use in the UK raises serious questions about privacy, regulation, and how many cameras are actually watching us.

Human Rights and the Internet

How governments and countries are balancing internet access as a basic human right with the need to regulate online activity.

Religious Freedom: The Right to Believe What You Want

Religious freedom means everyone has the right to believe what they want without fear of persecution or punishment.

The Freedom of Information Act and Your Rights

You can request any information the government or local authorities hold about you, and they must provide it unless there's a valid reason to refuse.

The Rights of the Bereaved

What paperwork and notifications you need to handle after losing someone, and how the state can support you through this difficult time.

Where Can I Get Official Advice About My Human Rights?

Your solicitor or Citizens Advice Bureau can help if you believe your human rights have been breached by a public organisation or government body.

Your Freedom of Speech

Why freedom of speech matters and how UK citizens benefit from rights that millions of people around the world don't have.

Your Privacy Rights: Data Protection Act and Privacy Laws

The Human Rights Act gives you privacy rights against unwanted intrusion, but you should know what they actually cover and how to use them.