Seanad debates
Tuesday, 4 March 2003
Convention on the Future of Europe: Statements.
We recommend the universality of rights rather than offend against an individual right. I am grateful to Senator Henry for asking that question. If the Convention falls back to the idea of a long list, we will look at it to make sure it is comprehensive and absolutely inclusive and that the rights of disabled people and inter-generational rights are included. There are two dangers if one decides on enumeration. There is a danger of leaving something out and that one may create an artificial view of what the rights are. Nevertheless, I am grateful for the question.
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