Role of national human rights institutions in the promotion and protection of human rights and as protectors of human rights defenders 2013, para. 54
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The Sub-Committee on Accreditation has strongly recommended that provision be included in legislation to protect members and staff of national institutions from legal liability for official actions. The Special Rapporteur believes that privileges and immunities for members and the staff of national institutions discharging their functions in good faith are an important safeguard, allowing them to carry out their activities without undue interference.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders
Document type
Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Governance & Rule of Law
Health
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Activists
Year
2013
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Other
Reference
SR Human Rights Defenders, Report to the HRC (2013), A/HRC/22/47, para. 54.