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Written question asked by Mike Wood (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Melanie Ward (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Scotland Office.


Human Rights: Scotland

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, with reference to the Scottish Government's document entitled Human Rights Bill for Scotland: discussion paper, published on 1 July 2025, whether the proposed Bill will engage reserved matters, including the Equality Act.

Answer

This Government is fully committed to the protection of human rights, both domestically and internationally. It is for the Scottish Government to ensure their legislation is drafted within the parameters of the devolution settlement. The UK Government will consider any forthcoming legislation in the usual way.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
21016
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Human rights Scotland Reserved matters
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk