Politicians say ECHR outdated whereas opponents argue human rights in danger.
Twenty-seven European nations which are signatories to the European Conference on Human Rights (ECHR) need the treaty modified to limit migration.
Opponents say altering it can weaken elementary human rights protections in place for years.
So what are the arguments?
Presenter: Adrian Finighan
Visitors:
Michael O’Flaherty – Council of Europe’s commissioner for human rights and former director of the European Union Basic Rights Company
Jennifer Nader – Cofounder of the Compassion in Politics suppose tank in London
Michael McDowell – Senator in Eire’s parliament and former deputy prime minister and minister for justice
Printed On 12 Dec 2025
