Czech Centre for Human Rights and Democracy

The Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina highly discriminates the ethnic minorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina which contradicts the basic idea of democracy. Ethnic groups in Bosnia that are not Bosniaks, Serbs or Croats cannot run for presidency or the upper chamber of the parliament, as defined in the Constitution. The ongoing discussions and processes about Bosnia entering the EU shed a new light on the Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina as it is not in alignment with the european democratic values.

Marine Le Pen has been convicted of embezzling European Parliament funds and sentenced to four years in prison – two of them suspended – alongside a five-year ban from holding a public office. The ruling has sparked mass protest, intensified France’s political polarization, and raised broader questions about the limits of EU funding rules and judicial power.

This blog post reflects on my experience as an international student in the Master’s in Migration Studies at UPF in Barcelona. With my background in Law and European Studies along with experience working in the Asylum and Migration Policy Department at the Czech Ministry of the Interior, I chose this program to deepen my knowledge of key migration issues and theories. The program has broadened my perspective on migration and has enriched my understanding of legal, social, and human rights challenges related to migration policy and its global impact.

Could serving a sentence without a clear end in the United Kingdom be considered psychological torture? Is it possible for a person to spend 17 years in prison for attempted robbery? Furthermore, what is the connection between these issues and human rights in the United Kingdom?

Freedom of speech or freedom of expression. Is there any connection between it and tattoos? A recent case before the U.S. Supreme Court tattoo led to the denial of an immigrant visa. Even though the First Amendment was not the main focus point, the case itself made a brief antre for us to meditate about possible constitutional protection of tattoos. What conclusions does the USA case law offer, and why could (should) we get inspired by it?

The Constitutional Court decided the case of a breach of doctors ́ information duty. There is no consensus on who, when and by which measure can give the order „Do Not Resuscitate“. Medical intervention may only be performed when a patient has full legal capacity, is aware of their surroundings and is capable of making decisions regarding their own fate, only with the patient's informed and free consent. With due diligence towards the legal institute of the prior expressed wish it is necessary to prevent possible conflicts.

Ten judgments concerning cases involving the Czech Republic were delivered by the European Court of Human Rights in 2023. The judgments cover various legal issues, including family law, property rights, fair trial, and the right to life. Additionally, two of the judgments were selected as of particular importance.