The Council of Europe has made a strong stance against any attempt to exert political pressure on the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg. Alain Berset, the Secretary of the Council of Europe, underscored the indispensable importance of the ECHR’s independence and impartiality.
This assertion emerges amid heated discussions concerning migration policies across European nations. Berset conveyed that for the ECHR to maintain its role in delivering justice and fairness in human rights cases, it must function free from any external influence.
The Council of Europe emphasizes that:
- Political interventions risk damaging the court’s credibility.
- Such pressures could undermine the protection afforded by the court to member states.
- The ongoing migration debate has raised alarms regarding potential efforts to sway judicial rulings.
Despite these challenges, the leadership of the Council remains resolute in protecting the ECHR as an unbiased and independent institution. The core message communicated is clear: judicial decisions must be insulated from political considerations to preserve public trust and institutional integrity.
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