In JR123, the Supreme Court has concluded that the Northern Irish system for rehabilitation of offenders is compatible with the appellant’s right to respect for private and family life under article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights.
Hugh Southey KC led Steven McQuitty KC instructed by the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission. This was Hugh Southey KC’s 30th case as a leader in the Supreme Court.
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