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European Arrest Warrant: Respecting rights across borders
Language English Downloads European Arrest Warrant report press release Document European Arrest Warrant FRA Press Release Language en - English Year 2024 Archive No Published At 2024-03-26T09:30:00 Secondary theme Justice Defendants’ rights EU Charter of Fundamental Rights EU Charter of Fundamental RightsTitle VI: JusticeArticle 48 - Presumption of innocence and right of defence Highlights Report / Paper / Summary 18 November 2021 Directive (EU) 2017/541 on combating terrorism ― Impact on fundamental rights and freedoms This report examines the EU’s main criminal law instrument in the field of counter-terrorism, Directive (EU) 2017/541. Specifically, it considers how the directive engages issues of fundamental rights, affecting individuals, groups and society as a whole. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary 11 October 2021 Human rights cities in the EU: a framework for reinforcing rights locally This report proposes a framework for becoming, and functioning as, a ‘human rights city’ in the EU. It includes ‘foundations’, ‘structures’ and ‘tools’ for mayors, local administrations and grassroots organisations to reinforce fundamental rights locally. It is based on existing good practice and expert input by representatives of human rights cities in the EU, academic experts, international organisations and city networks. Watch video on Human rights cities Read news item Handbook / Guide / Manual 22 June 2016 Handbook on European law relating to access to justice Access to justice is an important element of the rule of law. It enables individuals to protect themselves against infringements of their rights, to remedy civil wrongs, to hold executive power accountable and to defend themselves in criminal proceedings. This handbook summarises the key European legal principles in the area of access to justice, focusing on civil and criminal law. Page 11 December 2019 Criminal Detention Database The Criminal Detention Database 2015-2022 combines in one place information on detention conditions in all 27 EU Member States as well as the United Kingdom. Highlights Report / Paper / Summary 31 March 2021 Presumption of innocence and related rights – Professional perspectives This report looks at the practical implementation of the presumption of innocence in criminal proceedings, and related rights, in 9 EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Poland and Portugal). Article 48 of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights guarantees the presumption of innocence – but, as FRA’s research underscores, it can be undermined in many ways. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary 27 September 2019 Rights in practice: access to a lawyer and procedural rights in criminal and European arrest warrant proceedings Protecting the rights of anyone suspected or accused of a crime is an essential element of the rule of law. Courts, prosecutors and police officers need certain powers to enforce the law – but trust in the outcomes of their efforts will quickly erode without effective safeguards. Such safeguards take on various forms, and include the right to certain information and to a lawyer. Report / Paper / Summary 10 November 2016 Rights of suspected and accused persons across the EU: translation, interpretation and information Protecting the human rights of individuals subject to criminal proceedings is an essential element of the rule of law. Persons who are suspected or accused of crimes in countries other than their own are particularly vulnerable, making appropriate procedural safeguards especially crucial. This report reviews Member States’ legal frameworks, policies and practices regarding the important rights provided in these directives, including with respect to individuals whose needs may require additional attention, such as persons with disabilities and children. Report / Paper / Summary 10 November 2016 Criminal detention and alternatives: fundamental rights aspects in EU cross-border transfers EU Member States have largely implemented, and started applying, three instruments on transferring prison sentences, probation measures and alternative sanctions, as well as pre-trial supervision measures, to other Member States. This report provides an overview of their first experiences with these measures, highlighting both best practices and shortcomings. Products Report / Paper / Summary Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights Judicial cooperation and rule of law 26 March 2024 European Arrest Warrant proceedings - Room for improvement to guarantee rights in practice The European Arrest Warrant (EAW) allows Member States to implement judicial decisions issued in another Member State. It applies to decisions such as arrests for the purpose of criminal prosecutions or the execution of custodial sentences. After being in force for over 20 years, FRA’s findings provide evidence for an assessment of the legislation in practice. This report looks at the fundamental rights challenges that people face who are requested through an EAW. It provides a unique insight into their experiences and those of the professionals involved. FRA’s findings indicate that shared challenges exist across EU Member States. They must increase efforts to ensure that people are able to take part in criminal proceedings and receive a fair trial. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Children, youth and older people Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 21 June 2022 Children as suspects or accused persons in criminal proceedings — procedural safeguards Every child has a right to be protected even when they are accused or suspected of committing a crime. The basic principles of justice apply to adults and children alike. But children face specific obstacles during criminal proceedings, such as a lack of understandable information about their rights, limited legal support and poor treatment. The report looks at the practical implementation of Directive (EU) 2016/800 on procedural safeguards for children who are suspects or accused persons in criminal proceedings in nine Member States – Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Estonia, Italy, Malta, Poland and Portugal. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 31 March 2021 Presumption of innocence and related rights – Professional perspectives This report looks at the practical implementation of the presumption of innocence in criminal proceedings, and related rights, in 9 EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Poland and Portugal). Article 48 of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights guarantees the presumption of innocence – but, as FRA’s research underscores, it can be undermined in many ways. Read press release Page Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights 11 December 2019 Criminal Detention Database The Criminal Detention Database 2015-2022 combines in one place information on detention conditions in all 27 EU Member States as well as the United Kingdom. Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 11 December 2019 Criminal detention conditions in the European Union: rules and reality This report looks at five core aspects of detention conditions in EU Member States: the size of cells; the amount of time detainees can spend outside of these cells, including outdoors; sanitary conditions; access to healthcare; and whether detainees are protected from violence. For each of these aspects of detention conditions, the report first summarises the minimum standards at international and European levels. It then looks at how these standards are translated into national laws and other rules of the EU Member States. Download country studies Explore database on detention conditions Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 27 September 2019 Rights in practice: access to a lawyer and procedural rights in criminal and European arrest warrant proceedings Protecting the rights of anyone suspected or accused of a crime is an essential element of the rule of law. Courts, prosecutors and police officers need certain powers to enforce the law – but trust in the outcomes of their efforts will quickly erode without effective safeguards. Such safeguards take on various forms, and include the right to certain information and to a lawyer. Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 10 November 2016 Criminal detention and alternatives: fundamental rights aspects in EU cross-border transfers EU Member States have largely implemented, and started applying, three instruments on transferring prison sentences, probation measures and alternative sanctions, as well as pre-trial supervision measures, to other Member States. This report provides an overview of their first experiences with these measures, highlighting both best practices and shortcomings. Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 10 November 2016 Rights of suspected and accused persons across the EU: translation, interpretation and information Protecting the human rights of individuals subject to criminal proceedings is an essential element of the rule of law. Persons who are suspected or accused of crimes in countries other than their own are particularly vulnerable, making appropriate procedural safeguards especially crucial. This report reviews Member States’ legal frameworks, policies and practices regarding the important rights provided in these directives, including with respect to individuals whose needs may require additional attention, such as persons with disabilities and children. Infographic Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 27 October 2016 Fundamental rights in criminal proceedings: Information, interpretation and translation This infographic looks at ways to improve the implementation of various EU criminal justice laws on the right to information, interpretation and translation that apply to Member States to guarantee common EU-wide minimum standards for rights protection. Infographic Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 27 October 2016 Fundamental rights in criminal proceedings: Trust in cross-border justice This infographic looks at improving the implementation of the various EU criminal justice laws that apply to cross-border transfers, pre- and post- trial. Handbook / Guide / Manual Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights Civil justice Judicial cooperation and rule of law 22 June 2016 Handbook on European law relating to access to justice Access to justice is an important element of the rule of law. It enables individuals to protect themselves against infringements of their rights, to remedy civil wrongs, to hold executive power accountable and to defend themselves in criminal proceedings. This handbook summarises the key European legal principles in the area of access to justice, focusing on civil and criminal law. Opinion Judicial cooperation and rule of law Asylum, migration and borders Borders and information systems Legal migration and integration Data protection, privacy and new technologies Borders and information systems Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights Security 21 December 2015 FRA Opinion on the exchange of information on third-country nationals under a possible system to complement the European Criminal Records Information System The proposal to establish a possible legislative instrument supplementing the existing European Criminal Records Information System with information on third-country nationals convicted in the EU raises a number of fundamental rights issues. Handbook / Guide / Manual Equality, non-discrimination and racism Data protection, privacy and new technologies Unlawful profiling Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights 3 December 2013 Fundamental rights-based police training – A manual for police trainers Police officers who ensure that people are able to exercise their fundamental rights and freedoms earn the respect and trust of the public. With this in mind, this manual sets out to foster such human rights-based police work by integrating human rights training into the heart of police training, in line with the European Union’s goals in the field of justice and home affairs. Multimedia News Events Justice Judicial cooperation and rule of law EU Charter of Fundamental Rights EU Charter of Fundamental RightsTitle VI: JusticeArticle 47 - Right to an effective remedy and to a fair trial EU Charter of Fundamental RightsTitle VI: JusticeArticle 48 - Presumption of innocence and right of defence Highlights Report / Paper / Summary 18 November 2021 Directive (EU) 2017/541 on combating terrorism ― Impact on fundamental rights and freedoms This report examines the EU’s main criminal law instrument in the field of counter-terrorism, Directive (EU) 2017/541. Specifically, it considers how the directive engages issues of fundamental rights, affecting individuals, groups and society as a whole. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary 11 October 2021 Human rights cities in the EU: a framework for reinforcing rights locally This report proposes a framework for becoming, and functioning as, a ‘human rights city’ in the EU. It includes ‘foundations’, ‘structures’ and ‘tools’ for mayors, local administrations and grassroots organisations to reinforce fundamental rights locally. It is based on existing good practice and expert input by representatives of human rights cities in the EU, academic experts, international organisations and city networks. Watch video on Human rights cities Read news item Handbook / Guide / Manual 22 June 2016 Handbook on European law relating to access to justice Access to justice is an important element of the rule of law. It enables individuals to protect themselves against infringements of their rights, to remedy civil wrongs, to hold executive power accountable and to defend themselves in criminal proceedings. This handbook summarises the key European legal principles in the area of access to justice, focusing on civil and criminal law. Page 11 December 2019 Criminal Detention Database The Criminal Detention Database 2015-2022 combines in one place information on detention conditions in all 27 EU Member States as well as the United Kingdom. Highlights Opinion 15 April 2016 FRA Opinion on the development of an integrated tool of objective fundamental rights indicators able to measure compliance with the shared values listed in Article 2 TEU based on existing sources of information This opinion underlines the importance of drawing on existing data and information in any assessment of the values in Article 2 TEU, and outlines how this could be done. Opinion 10 February 2014 FRA Opinion on a proposal to establish a European Public Prosecutor’s Office The proposal to establish a European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), mandated to prosecute crimes against the financial interests of the European Union, raises a number of fundamental rights issues. Opinion 21 December 2015 FRA Opinion on the exchange of information on third-country nationals under a possible system to complement the European Criminal Records Information System The proposal to establish a possible legislative instrument supplementing the existing European Criminal Records Information System with information on third-country nationals convicted in the EU raises a number of fundamental rights issues. Opinion 10 December 2012 FRA opinion on the confiscation of proceeds of crime In relation to the European Commission proposal for a Directive on the freezing and confiscation of proceeds of crime in the European Union, the European Parliament requested advice from FRA on the extent to which confiscation of proceeds of crime could go without breaching fundamental rights. Products Report / Paper / Summary Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights Judicial cooperation and rule of law 26 March 2024 European Arrest Warrant proceedings - Room for improvement to guarantee rights in practice The European Arrest Warrant (EAW) allows Member States to implement judicial decisions issued in another Member State. It applies to decisions such as arrests for the purpose of criminal prosecutions or the execution of custodial sentences. After being in force for over 20 years, FRA’s findings provide evidence for an assessment of the legislation in practice. This report looks at the fundamental rights challenges that people face who are requested through an EAW. It provides a unique insight into their experiences and those of the professionals involved. FRA’s findings indicate that shared challenges exist across EU Member States. They must increase efforts to ensure that people are able to take part in criminal proceedings and receive a fair trial. Read press release Video Judicial cooperation and rule of law National human rights systems and bodies Civil society Support for human rights systems and defenders 15 July 2020 Video blog Michael O'Flaherty: July bulletin on COVID-19 Michael O'Flaherty introduces the July edition of FRA's bulletin on the impact for fundamental rights of Covid-19. In this vlog he talks about the important role that people play who are engaged with the promotion and the protection of human rights in these times. The July edition of the COVID-19 bulletin will be available from 30 July. Video Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law Civil justice 23 September 2019 Handbook on Access to Justice This handbook provides an overview of key aspects of access to justice in Europe. Infographic Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Sex, sexual orientation and gender Victims’ rights Judicial cooperation and rule of law 21 June 2019 Despite positive developments, hurdles to justice remain Fundamental Rights Report 2019: In some Member States access to justice faces challenges. Judicial independence continues to cause concerns. Victims’ procedural rights need more effective implementation. Gaps in preventing violence against women and domestic violence remain. Report / Paper / Summary Children, youth and older people Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law 25 April 2018 Children’s rights and justice – Minimum age requirements in the EU This report outlines Member States’ approaches to age requirements and limits regarding child participation in judicial proceedings; procedural safeguards for, and rights of, children involved in criminal proceedings; as well as issues related to depriving children of their liberty. Report / Paper / Summary Children, youth and older people Equality, non-discrimination and racism Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law 25 April 2018 Mapping minimum age requirements: Children's rights and justice The right to access justice and all other relevant procedural rights are not just rights in themselves; they also protect against violations of every other right. Respect for children’s rights in the area of justice is therefore essential. International treaties, the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, European Union (EU) secondary law, and national legislation provide a number of relevant rights. Download reports on minimum age requirements Report / Paper / Summary Borders and information systems Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Borders and information systems Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law Security 7 July 2017 Fundamental rights and the interoperability of EU information systems: borders and security Various proposals on EU-level information systems in the areas of borders and security mention interoperability, aiming to provide fast and easy access to information about third-country nationals. Handbook / Guide / Manual Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights Civil justice Judicial cooperation and rule of law 22 June 2016 Handbook on European law relating to access to justice Access to justice is an important element of the rule of law. It enables individuals to protect themselves against infringements of their rights, to remedy civil wrongs, to hold executive power accountable and to defend themselves in criminal proceedings. This handbook summarises the key European legal principles in the area of access to justice, focusing on civil and criminal law. Opinion Judicial cooperation and rule of law Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 15 April 2016 FRA Opinion on the development of an integrated tool of objective fundamental rights indicators able to measure compliance with the shared values listed in Article 2 TEU based on existing sources of information This opinion underlines the importance of drawing on existing data and information in any assessment of the values in Article 2 TEU, and outlines how this could be done. Opinion Judicial cooperation and rule of law Asylum, migration and borders Borders and information systems Legal migration and integration Data protection, privacy and new technologies Borders and information systems Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights Security 21 December 2015 FRA Opinion on the exchange of information on third-country nationals under a possible system to complement the European Criminal Records Information System The proposal to establish a possible legislative instrument supplementing the existing European Criminal Records Information System with information on third-country nationals convicted in the EU raises a number of fundamental rights issues. Opinion Judicial cooperation and rule of law Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 10 February 2014 FRA Opinion on a proposal to establish a European Public Prosecutor’s Office The proposal to establish a European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), mandated to prosecute crimes against the financial interests of the European Union, raises a number of fundamental rights issues. Opinion Judicial cooperation and rule of law Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law 10 December 2012 FRA opinion on the confiscation of proceeds of crime In relation to the European Commission proposal for a Directive on the freezing and confiscation of proceeds of crime in the European Union, the European Parliament requested advice from FRA on the extent to which confiscation of proceeds of crime could go without breaching fundamental rights. Opinion Judicial cooperation and rule of law Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Security 23 February 2011 FRA opinion on the draft directive regarding the European Investigation Order (EIO) On 14 February 2011, as requested by the European Parliament, the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) issued an opinion on the draft directive regarding the European Investigation Order (EIO) in criminal matters. The draft directive, aimed at mutual recognition of warrants for both existing and new evidence, is intended to replace an existing ‘fragmented regime' with a more comprehensive legislative instrument. Report / Paper / Summary Access to asylum Asylum, migration and borders Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law 13 September 2010 The duty to inform applicants about asylum procedures: The asylum-seeker perspective A fair asylum procedure is one where applicants know their rights and duties, and where they understand its different stages. The right to be informed at decisive moments of the procedure is an important element of procedural fairness. Drawing on evidence from interviews with almost 900 asylum seekers, this report examines the information that asylum seekers have on the asylum procedure. In particular, it looks at the main source of information for asylum seekers, which type of information they receive, and when and how they receive it. Report / Paper / Summary Access to asylum Asylum, migration and borders Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law 13 September 2010 Access to effective remedies: The asylum-seeker perspective Drawing on evidence from interviews with almost 900 asylum seekers, this report presents asylum-seeker experiences in submitting an appeal against a negative asylum decision. While documenting good practices, it also highlights several obstacles which make it difficult for asylum applicants to access effective remedies. Opinion Judicial cooperation and rule of law Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Equality, non-discrimination and racism Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Judicial cooperation and rule of law 3 November 2009 FRA comments on the Presidency Draft Stockholm Programme On 16 October the Swedish Presidency presented a "draft of the Stockholm Programme" that is to be adopted at the EU summit in December 2009. Following this publication, the Fundamental Rights Agency has presented the following opinion paper "FRA Comments on the Presidency Draft Stockholm Programme" available for download below. Multimedia News Events Primary theme Justice Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Your access to justice is a fundamental right. It is central to making your other rights a reality. It protects rights of the individual. It puts right civil wrongs. It holds power to account. We shine a light on obstacles to access to justice. And we give evidence-based advice on overcoming them. Victims’ rights Defendants’ rights Civil justice Judicial cooperation and rule of law Security Business and human rights EU Charter of Fundamental Rights EU Charter of Fundamental RightsTitle VI: JusticeArticle 47 - Right to an effective remedy and to a fair trial EU Charter of Fundamental RightsTitle VI: JusticeArticle 48 - Presumption of innocence and right of defence Highlights Report / Paper / Summary 18 November 2021 Directive (EU) 2017/541 on combating terrorism ― Impact on fundamental rights and freedoms This report examines the EU’s main criminal law instrument in the field of counter-terrorism, Directive (EU) 2017/541. Specifically, it considers how the directive engages issues of fundamental rights, affecting individuals, groups and society as a whole. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary 11 October 2021 Human rights cities in the EU: a framework for reinforcing rights locally This report proposes a framework for becoming, and functioning as, a ‘human rights city’ in the EU. It includes ‘foundations’, ‘structures’ and ‘tools’ for mayors, local administrations and grassroots organisations to reinforce fundamental rights locally. It is based on existing good practice and expert input by representatives of human rights cities in the EU, academic experts, international organisations and city networks. Watch video on Human rights cities Read news item Handbook / Guide / Manual 22 June 2016 Handbook on European law relating to access to justice Access to justice is an important element of the rule of law. It enables individuals to protect themselves against infringements of their rights, to remedy civil wrongs, to hold executive power accountable and to defend themselves in criminal proceedings. This handbook summarises the key European legal principles in the area of access to justice, focusing on civil and criminal law. Page 11 December 2019 Criminal Detention Database The Criminal Detention Database 2015-2022 combines in one place information on detention conditions in all 27 EU Member States as well as the United Kingdom. Highlights Handbook / Guide / Manual 22 June 2016 Handbook on European law relating to access to justice Access to justice is an important element of the rule of law. It enables individuals to protect themselves against infringements of their rights, to remedy civil wrongs, to hold executive power accountable and to defend themselves in criminal proceedings. This handbook summarises the key European legal principles in the area of access to justice, focusing on civil and criminal law. Page 11 December 2019 Criminal Detention Database The Criminal Detention Database 2015-2022 combines in one place information on detention conditions in all 27 EU Member States as well as the United Kingdom. Report / Paper / Summary 25 June 2019 Protecting migrant workers from exploitation in the EU: workers’ perspectives This report is the EU Fundamental Rights Agency’s fourth on the topic of severe labour exploitation. Based on interviews with 237 exploited workers, it paints a bleak picture of severe exploitation and abuse. The workers include both people who came to the EU, and EU nationals who moved to another EU country. They were active in diverse sectors, and their legal status also varied. Video 16 July 2020 FRA Director Michael O'Flaherty video statement to Access to Justice Conference, 16 July 2020 What are the next steps in the digitalisation of justice and of access to justice? This impulse video statement by FRA Director Michael O’Flaherty was recorded for the online conference “Access to Justice in the Digital Age”. The conference takes place on 16 July and is organised by the German Federal Ministry for Justice and Consumer Protection during the German Council Presidency. Watch event live stream Products Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Next page ›› Last page » Report / Paper / Summary Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Defendants’ rights Judicial cooperation and rule of law 26 March 2024 European Arrest Warrant proceedings - Room for improvement to guarantee rights in practice The European Arrest Warrant (EAW) allows Member States to implement judicial decisions issued in another Member State. It applies to decisions such as arrests for the purpose of criminal prosecutions or the execution of custodial sentences. After being in force for over 20 years, FRA’s findings provide evidence for an assessment of the legislation in practice. This report looks at the fundamental rights challenges that people face who are requested through an EAW. It provides a unique insight into their experiences and those of the professionals involved. FRA’s findings indicate that shared challenges exist across EU Member States. They must increase efforts to ensure that people are able to take part in criminal proceedings and receive a fair trial. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Business and human rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 7 March 2024 Enforcing consumer rights to combat greenwashing Tackling greenwashing is an issue where human rights, consumer rights and climate goals align. Companies use greenwashing to convince people to buy products that are not always as environmentally friendly as they claim to be. They mislead consumers and harm the environment. This report shows how a human rights approach can combat greenwashing. It is based on consultations with experts in 10 Member States. The report identifies gaps in existing laws and enforcement. It includes case studies of consumers seeking remedies for misleading environmental claims. The EU and Member States should enforce rules that make it harder for companies to make misleading environmental claims. They should strengthen rules that make it easier for consumers to prove that companies are greenwashing. Consumer and environmental organisations already hold governments and business to account. Governments should make it easier to use collective action for the protection of consumer rights and the environment. Report / Paper / Summary Support for human rights systems and defenders Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Equality, non-discrimination and racism Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 20 October 2023 FRA Strategic Plan 2023-2028 FRA’s strategic priorities and objectives are based on the agency’s role and mission as defined in its amended founding regulation. They build on FRA’s 2018–2022 strategy as well as how it performed, its experience and its vision. Their design takes into account future fundamental rights challenges facing Europe, the agency’s mandate, the broader operational context and the resources available. Fundamental Rights Report Support for human rights systems and defenders Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Equality, non-discrimination and racism Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 8 June 2023 Fundamental Rights Report 2023 FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report 2023 reviews major developments in the field in 2022, identifying both achievements and areas of concern. It also presents FRA’s opinions on these developments, including a synopsis of the evidence supporting these opinions. Read press release Download full report Download opinions Fundamental Rights Report Equality, non-discrimination and racism Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Support for human rights systems and defenders 8 June 2023 Fundamental Rights Report 2023 - FRA opinions The year 2022 brought both progress and setbacks in terms of fundamental rights protection. FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report 2023 reviews major developments in the field, identifying both achievements and remaining areas of concern. This publication presents FRA’s opinions on the main developments in the thematic areas covered, and a synopsis of the evidence supporting these opinions. Read press release Download full report Download opinions Report / Paper / Summary Victims’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 22 February 2023 Underpinning victims’ rights: support services, reporting and protection Directive 2012/29/EU represents a milestone in the development of victims’ rights. It establishes minimum standards for the rights, support and protection of victims of crime. It defines the scope of support services, guarantees the right to effective protection against secondary victimisation and comprehensively regulates the measures required for this purpose. This report covers three core components underpinning victims’ rights: support services, crime reporting, and protection from secondary and repeat victimisation. Examples highlight the relevant legal provisions in Member States and how specific rights under the Victims’ Rights Directive work in practice. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Security Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 28 September 2022 Directive (EU) 2017/541 on combating terrorism ― Impact on fundamental rights and freedoms - Summary Acts of terrorism represent a serious threat to the lives and safety of people, and a profound security challenge for states. At the same time, counter-terrorism legislation, policies and other measures can entail, directly or indirectly, serious limitations to fundamental rights, and can adversely affect individuals, groups and society as a whole. This summary presents FRA’s main findings from its report on Directive (EU) 2017/541 on combating terrorism, the main criminal law instrument at EU level in the field of counter-terrorism. Download full report Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Children, youth and older people Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 21 June 2022 Children as suspects or accused persons in criminal proceedings — procedural safeguards Every child has a right to be protected even when they are accused or suspected of committing a crime. The basic principles of justice apply to adults and children alike. But children face specific obstacles during criminal proceedings, such as a lack of understandable information about their rights, limited legal support and poor treatment. The report looks at the practical implementation of Directive (EU) 2016/800 on procedural safeguards for children who are suspects or accused persons in criminal proceedings in nine Member States – Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Estonia, Italy, Malta, Poland and Portugal. Read press release Antonioguillem © adobestock.com, 2022 Fundamental Rights Report Support for human rights systems and defenders Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Equality, non-discrimination and racism Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 8 June 2022 Fundamental Rights Report 2022 FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report 2022 reviews major developments in the field in 2021, identifying both achievements and areas of concern. It also presents FRA’s opinions on these developments, including a synopsis of the evidence supporting these opinions. Download focus chapter Download opinions Read press release Fundamental Rights Report Equality, non-discrimination and racism Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Support for human rights systems and defenders 8 June 2022 Social rights and equality in the light of the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic This focus looks at the impact of the pandemic on social rights. It examines the measures in national recovery and resilience plans that address the social vulnerabilities among a variety of population groups in the EU, including women, children and young people in situations of vulnerability, people with disabilities, older people, Roma and people in precarious working conditions. Fundamental Rights Report Equality, non-discrimination and racism Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Support for human rights systems and defenders 8 June 2022 All language versions now available 14 September 2022 Fundamental Rights Report 2022 – FRA opinions The year 2021 brought both progress and setbacks in terms of fundamental rights protection. FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report 2022 reviews major developments in the field, identifying both achievements and remaining areas of concern. This publication presents FRA’s opinions on the main developments in the thematic areas covered, and a synopsis of the evidence supporting these opinions. Handbook / Guide / Manual Children, youth and older people Asylum, migration and borders Child protection Data protection, privacy and new technologies Equality, non-discrimination and racism Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 7 April 2022 German version now available 19 January 2024 Handbook on European law relating to the rights of the child - 2022 edition Children are full-fledged holders of rights. They are beneficiaries of all human and fundamental rights and subjects of special regulations, given their specific characteristics. This handbook aims to illustrate how European law and case law accommodate the specific interests and needs of children. It also considers the importance of parents and guardians or other legal representatives and makes reference, where appropriate, to situations in which rights and responsibilities are most prominently vested in children’s carers. It is a point of reference on both European Union (EU) and Council of Europe (CoE) law related to these subjects, explaining how each issue is regulated under EU law, including the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, as well as under the European Convention on Human Rights, the European Social Charter and other CoE instruments. Read news item Report / Paper / Summary Security Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 18 November 2021 Directive (EU) 2017/541 on combating terrorism ― Impact on fundamental rights and freedoms This report examines the EU’s main criminal law instrument in the field of counter-terrorism, Directive (EU) 2017/541. Specifically, it considers how the directive engages issues of fundamental rights, affecting individuals, groups and society as a whole. Read press release Fundamental Rights Report Equality, non-discrimination and racism Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Support for human rights systems and defenders 10 June 2021 Fundamental Rights Report 2021 – FRA opinions The year 2020 brought both progress and setbacks in terms of fundamental rights protection. FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report 2021 reviews major developments in the field, identifying both achievements and remaining areas of concern. This publication presents FRA’s opinions on the main developments in the thematic areas covered, and a synopsis of the evidence supporting these opinions. Read press release Fundamental Rights Report Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Equality, non-discrimination and racism Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Support for human rights systems and defenders 10 June 2021 Fundamental Rights Report 2021 FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report 2021 reviews major developments in the field in 2020, identifying both achievements and areas of concern. It also presents FRA’s opinions on these developments, including a synopsis of the evidence supporting these opinions. This year’s focus chapter explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on fundamental rights. The remaining chapters cover: the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights; equality and non-discrimination; racism, xenophobia and related intolerance; Roma equality and inclusion; asylum, borders and migration; information society, privacy and data protection; rights of the child; access to justice; and the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Read press release Fundamental Rights Report Equality, non-discrimination and racism Asylum, migration and borders Data protection, privacy and new technologies Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 10 June 2021 The coronavirus pandemic and fundamental rights: A year in review This focus looks at COVID-19’s impact on fundamental rights. It underscores that a human rights-based approach to tackling the pandemic requires balanced measures that are based on law, necessary, temporary and proportional. It also requires addressing the pandemic’s socio-economic impact, protecting the vulnerable and fighting racism. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Defendants’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 31 March 2021 Presumption of innocence and related rights – Professional perspectives This report looks at the practical implementation of the presumption of innocence in criminal proceedings, and related rights, in 9 EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Poland and Portugal). Article 48 of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights guarantees the presumption of innocence – but, as FRA’s research underscores, it can be undermined in many ways. Read press release Report / Paper / Summary Victims’ rights Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation 8 March 2021 24 language versions now available 23 November 2021 Crime, safety and victims' rights – Summary - Fundamental Rights Survey This summary presents the main insights from FRA’s second main report based on its Fundamental Rights Survey. The survey collected data from around 35,000 people about their experiences, perceptions and opinions on a range of issues that are variously encompassed by human rights. Access data explorer Download all survey reports Watch videos Read press release Video Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Victims’ rights 19 February 2021 Event recording - Crime, victims, and rights: what can EU countries do to strengthen victims’ rights? On Friday 19 February 2021, FRA presented the results of its first-ever EU-wide survey on victims of crime. Download report on victims of crime Video Justice, victims’ rights and judicial cooperation Victims’ rights 19 February 2021 Short video clips on Crime, safety and victims' rights Crime can touch any of us – as witnesses or as victims. But no matter who you are, we all have rights when it comes to justice. These three short clips show some aspects of working together for justice, rights of victims of crime and rights of witnesses of crime. Download report on Crime, safety and victims' rights Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Next page ›› Last page » Multimedia News Events Summary Criminals seeking to flee to other countries can be brought to justice through the European Arrest Warrant. But there are practical challenges to ensuring their rights are fully respected, finds the latest EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) report. It identifies ways to ensure people are treated fairly, informed and understand proceedings, and have legal assistance. See also Show in News list Yes Image Image Image copyright Valerii Evlakhov © adobestock.com, 2024 Press release 1 Action buttons Download, Download report
  • 20 March 2024
Albania: EIB Global continues to bolster sustainable transportation in the Western Balkans with €100 million signed for the EU-financed Vorë-Hani i Hotit railway line
EIB Global, the arm of the European Investment Bank (EIB) for financing activities outside the European Union, has signed a €100 million loan with Albania under a Team Europe financial package for the modernisation and electrification of a 120 km railway line from Vorë in central Albania to Hani i Hotit on the border with Montenegro. The project is in line with strategic EU support for the construction and rehabilitation of key railway sections in the Western Balkans, aiming to increase the accessibility and attractiveness of the rail transportation, contributing to socioeconomic development, better trade links, the shift to more sustainable modes of transport and the decarbonisation of local economies.