UN Convention on the Rights of the Child

Reforms to the laws on collective worship, religious education, and faith-based admissions are among changes urgently needed to protect children’s rights, Humanists UK and Wales Humanists have told two key bodies advocating for children’s rights in England and Wales.

After their arrest, the minors were held incommunicado for several months, tortured to obtain confessions, and denied their right to a fair trial. 

Article 39 demands that a misleading document about local authority duties towards vulnerable children is withdrawn.

Nearly 30 million babies are born too soon, too small or become sick every year, needing specialised care to survive, according to a new report by a global coalition which includes UNICEF and WHO.