BAHAMAS-Human rights group wants the parliamentary rights group to start its work.

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NASSAU, Bahamas, CMC -Human Rights Bahamas(HRB) is expressing concerns that the recently established parliamentary Human Rights Committee (HRC) has not yet started its work despite the urgent need to address ongoing issues affecting the Bahamians.

“As we head into 2025, several serious human rights challenges remain faced by the Bahamian public. These include violations of labor and workplace rights; police brutality; arbitrary arrests and detentions; and inhumane prison conditions, among many others,” the HRB said in a statement.

“We look forward to working closely with this committee to improve the lives of Bahamians and residents by the rights and protections enshrined in the constitution,” it added.

The HRC was created to strengthen protections and ensure The Bahamas complies with regional and global human rights standards. Its responsibilities include reporting to Parliament every six months, recommending legislative changes, and investigating alleged human rights violations through public hearings and inquiries.

The committee comprises five members of the House of Assembly and three legislators from the Senate, and the HRB said that its work is vital to addressing longstanding issues and improving conditions for citizens and residents alike.

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