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National Human Rights Commission

Investigates human-rights violations by public authorities.

What this authority does

Statutory body under the Protection of Human Rights Act 1993 with powers to summon witnesses and recommend compensation.

Services for the public

  • Online complaints
  • Custodial death reporting
  • Inquiry reports

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