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The Digital, Culture, Media & Sport Committee’s launched an inquiry into the sustainability of local journalism which will cover their democratic function and what can be done in support.
The consultation's opened on the Government’s proposals to revise the Human Rights Act and replace it with a Bill of Rights. Widespread worries exist about subsequent legislation watering down the existing human rights framework, while the Government says a new Bill of Rights will 'restore a proper balance between the rights of individuals, personal responsibility and the wider public interest'.
The Welsh Government have already set out a statement of concern, as have the British Institute of Human Rights, Amnesty International UK and more.
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