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Legal Observation at Protest: Developing Human Rights Monitoring in Ireland

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Drawing on the experiences of developing the Irish Network of Legal Observers, this article explores the role of the legal observer in upholding the contemporary right of protest. It develops a categorization of different types of legal observer projects and analyses the international protections available to human rights defenders. Ultimately, the article argues that the legal observer plays an essential human rights function, particularly when police forces refuse basic levels of transparency.

Source: Journal of Human Rights Practice

DOI: 10.1093/jhuman/huag003

Authors: Illan rua Wall, Emily Williams, Niamh McCormack

Language: English

Topic: Legal Rights and Human Rights

Subfield: Law

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,533

Funder: Research Ireland