The Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA) has published the “Fundamental Rights Report 2020”, reflecting on the developments and shortfalls of human rights protection in the EU over the past year. The report examines how the EU’s Fundamental Rights Charter has gained visibility and led to a new culture at EU level, whilst noting that nationally, awareness and use of the Charter continue to be limited, despite it being legally binding for 10 years. The report identifies both achievements and areas of concern, presenting the FRA’s opinions on developments, as well as a synopsis of the evidence underpinning the positions taken.
The report covers broad range of thematic areas, including:
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The ethics and rights in relation to Artificial Intelligence, as well as the role of independent supervisory bodies
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Implementation of policies related to information, privacy and data protection, including in relation to the GDPR
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The implementation of the UN’s Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
You can read the draft report here: https://fra.europa.eu/en/news/2020/covid-19-underlines-importance-strong-fundamental-rights-protection
