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EU Charter of Fundamental Rights Explained

Human rights such as dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, and respect for human rights are embedded in the EU treaties and protected by the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. The Charter lays out fundamental rights that are binding on EU institutions and member country governments implementing EU law. Individuals can seek redress for violations in national courts and, as a last resort, appeal to the European Court of Justice.

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EU Charter of Fundamental Rights Explained

Human rights such as dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, and respect for human rights are embedded in the EU treaties and protected by the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. The Charter lays out fundamental rights that are binding on EU institutions and member country governments implementing EU law. Individuals can seek redress for violations in national courts and, as a last resort, appeal to the European Court of Justice.

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Human rights

Human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights – these
values are embedded in the EU treaties. The EU Charter of Fundamental Rights is a clear and strong
statement of EU citizens' rights.

Protecting fundamental rights within the EU


Fundamental rights are guaranteed nationally by the constitutions of individual countries and at EU
level by the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights(adopted in 2000 and binding on EU countries since
2009). All EU institutions – the Commission, Parliament and Council – have a role to play in protecting
human rights.

The Charter lays down the fundamental rights that are binding upon the EU institutions and bodies
and it also applies to national governments when they are implementing EU law.

Individuals seeking redress must go through the courts in their own country. As a last resort, they can
apply to the European Court of Justice (ECJ).

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